Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage says discussions are underway with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), hinting at an interim committee or an authorized official.
Addressing the media today, Minister Gamage revealed that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has been directly involved in this discussion.
“We have already prepared a plan to develop the sport of cricket in Sri Lanka and to enable victories. We have already completed some parts of the plan. As the government, we will step in to improve the sport by implementing the plan. It is our responsibility to ensure the development of the sport. We cannot leave it in the hands of some other entity or person. This is the government’s responsibility, and we will work towards it,” he said.
The Sports Minister further noted that several measures are being taken in this regard, including discussions with the ICC, stating, “We have no reason to suspend the sport of Cricket in Sri Lanka. We must develop the sport while maintaining it. We will definitely get involved to make the necessary changes.”
When inquired by a journalist whether the administration of the SLC would be handed over to an interim committee or an authorized official, Minister Gamage said that currently discussions were underway in this regard.
“The President is also directly involved in this discussion. Within the next week or two, we will decide on a suitable system in this regard,” he said.
The Sports Minister added that the government and the President are of the view that the sport of cricket must be improved. (Newswire)