SportsHOTThursday, April 2, 2026

Nuwan Thushara Files Court Case Against Sri Lanka Cricket for IPL NOC

Sri Lanka national fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has filed a petition with the Colombo District Court, seeking an order to compel Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC). This certificate is crucial for his participation in international league tournaments, including the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). The case was heard today, April 2, and the court has scheduled the next hearing for April 9, ordering notices to be issued to the respondents. The petition names several SLC officials as defendants, including President Shammi Silva, Secretary Bandula Dissanayake, Treasurer Sujeewa Godaliyadda, and CEO Ashley de Silva.

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Update #6\u00b7 Apr 10 · 11:02 AM

Nuwan Thushara has issued a letter of apology to Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), expressing his willingness to withdraw the legal action he initiated over the refusal to grant him a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the 2026 IPL and other international leagues. The apology was conveyed in an email addressed to SLC CEO Ashley de Silva, with copies to President Shammi Silva.

Update #5\u00b7 Apr 9 · 2:01 PM

During the Colombo District Court hearing on April 9th, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) formally informed the court of its intention to file objections against Nuwan Thushara's petition. The petition seeks an interim order for SLC to issue him a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the 2026 IPL and other international league tournaments. Senior Counsel G. G. Arulpragasam and Attorney Kanchana Peiris represented the petitioner at the hearing.

Update #4\u00b7 Apr 9 · 8:47 AM

When Nuwan Thushara's petition was called before the Colombo District Court on April 9th, Senior Counsel G. G. Arulpragasam and Attorney Kanchana Peiris appeared on behalf of the petitioner.

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