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SLC suspends Niroshan Dickwella for doping violations

Saturday, 17-Aug-2024
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Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended indefinitely after being found in violation of anti-doping regulations, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) stated. Dickwella failed a doping test conducted during Lanka Premier League this year, leading to his immediate suspension from all forms of cricket, until further notice. Dickwella skippered Galle Marvels in the LPL 2024. 

"The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice," the SLC media release said. 

"The test, which was conducted by the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA) during the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2024, is part of SLC's ongoing commitment to maintaining the integrity of the sport.

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

 

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