The Dambulla Thunders, one of the newest teams in the LPL along with Galle Marvels, had a roster of well-known international players like Mustafizur Rahman and Danushka Gunathilaka. Despite the sudden termination of their contract, the LPL officials are determined to proceed with the league as planned, even if they have to manage the team themselves.
With the upcoming season of the LPL scheduled to run from July 1 to 21, the league consists of five teams including B-Love Kandy, Colombo Strikers, Galle Marvels, and Jaffna Kings. Kusal Mendis serves as the captain of the Dambulla Thunders, and the league officials have emphasized their commitment to transparency and professionalism throughout this challenging transition.
While the details of the allegations against Tamim Rahman remain unclear, the LPL management is focused on upholding the integrity and reputation of the league. The termination of the Dambulla Thunders’ rights aims to ensure that all participants adhere to the highest standards of conduct and sportsmanship, as stated in an official LPL statement.
Despite this setback, the LPL, which began in 2020 and has since had four successful editions, remains determined to provide an exciting and competitive cricket experience for fans. The defending champions, Kandy franchise, are gearing up to defend their title in what promises to be another thrilling season of the Lanka Premier League.