Players and officials at the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will observe a minute’s silence before today’s matches at the SSC Grounds, Colombo, as a mark of respect for the late Sir Garfield Sobers.
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced that cricketers from all participating teams will also wear black armbands in tribute to the legendary West Indies all‑rounder.
Issuing a statement, SLC expressed its deepest condolences on the passing of Sir Garfield Sobers, the legendary West Indies cricketer and one of the greatest all-rounders the game has ever produced.
SLC said Sir Garry shared a special and enduring bond with Sri Lankan cricket, as he served as the coach of Sri Lanka National Team during the early 1980s, including the 1983 Cricket World Cup.
“Sri Lanka Cricket, together with the entire cricketing fraternity of the country, extends its heartfelt sympathies to the family of Sir Garry Sobers during this time of profound loss,” the statement said.
SLC added that his extraordinary legacy will continue to inspire generations of cricketers around the world. (Newswire)