Niroshan Dickwella suspended for doping violation

Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended for a doping violation, SLC confirmed in an official release. Sri Lanka's Anti-Doping Agency conducted the test during this year's Lanka Premier League. Dickwella's suspension is effective immediately and will remain until further notice.

"This initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and in accordance with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) guidelines, is aimed at ensuring that cricket remains free from the influence of prohibited substances," the release stated.

"SLC, together with the Ministry of Sports and SLADA, conducts these tests during domestic tournaments randomly to safeguard the sport against anti-doping violations."

Dickwella led the Galle Marvels in LPL 2024.