Sri Lanka’s Sports Minister Sunil Kumara Gamage defended the appointment of a new national cricket selection committee, stating the process adhered strictly to legal requirements and dismissing criticism that the picks were influenced by personal favoritism. The ministry confirmed that former fast bowler Pramodya Wickramasinghe has returned as chairman of the five-member committee. Other members include Indika de Saram, Tharanga Paranavitana, Vinothen John, and Rasanjali de Alwis. The appointments were made under Section 39(1) of the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973 and a recent extraordinary gazette notification, which now mandates gender representation when the committee oversees women’s sports. “For…
“Can’t appoint those who did not apply” Minister defends cricket selection appointments
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