{
  "id": 15982694,
  "title": "MJ and Herath throw weight behind cricket reforms",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/mj-and-herath-throw-weight-behind-cricket-reforms",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-22T00:00:17.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Island Sri Lanka",
    "slug": "the-island-sri-lanka",
    "url": "http://island.lk/mj-and-herath-throw-weight-behind-cricket-reforms/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Sri Lankan cricket administrators faced objections to a proposed new constitution during a Supreme Court hearing, with longstanding figures opposing changes that could diminish their influence. Two of Sri Lanka's cricket legends, Mahela Jayawardene and Rangana Herath, submitted affidavits supporting the reforms. Their endorsement bolstered the reformists' cause, alongside former fast bowler Champaka Ramanayake. The reforms aim to remove the voting rights of District Cricket Associations at the SLC's Annual General Meeting, addressing the recurring issue of power struggles and alleged corruption. While some objections were dismissed, the Supreme Court will continue hearings, and the government is determined to push the reforms through, despite opposition from entrenched interests.",
  "summary": "by Rex Clementine The Supreme Court yesterday began hearing objections to the proposed new constitution for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), with former cricket administrators leading the resistance to reforms that threaten to loosen their grip on the game. Chief among their grievances is the proposed removal of voting rights enjoyed by District Cricket Associations at […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}