Sri Lankan cricketer Niroshan Dickwella suspended for violating doping regulations

Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella has been suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket for an alleged anti-doping violation during the Lankan Premier League. The SLC made the announcement on Friday, stating that the suspension is effective immediately. The incident in question reportedly occurred while Dickwella was leading the Galle Marvels team during the recently concluded LPL.

"The suspension is effective immediately and will remain in place until further notice. 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," SLC's statement read.

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"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 left-hander has also been previously summoned by the SLC for his poor disciplinary record. The 31-year-old last played for Sri Lanka in March last year.

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