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Former cricket chief faces scrutiny over cricket club funding allegations
Shammi Silva, a former Sri Lanka Cricket administrator, is under investigation over claims he influenced the approval of substantial funds for Colombo Cricket Club, where he serves as president. Cricket stakeholders have raised concerns about the unusually generous assistance extended to the club.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Questions have emerged surrounding the allocation of Sri Lanka Cricket funds to Colombo Cricket Club under the watch of Shammi Silva, who holds the position of club president. The controversy centers on allegations that Silva may have leveraged his former influence within Sri Lanka Cricket to secure millions of rupees in assistance for the club.
While Sri Lanka Cricket has provided financial support to multiple clubs as part of its development initiatives, observers say the funding directed to Colombo Cricket Club has been disproportionately substantial. The scale of assistance has prompted calls for greater transparency in how such decisions are made and funds distributed.
Stakeholders within the cricket community have demanded an independent audit to examine the approval process and ensure compliance with standard governance procedures. The inquiry reflects broader concerns about conflict of interest and the need for clear separation between administrative roles and institutional decision-making.
Sri Lanka Cricket has not issued a formal statement regarding the allegations. The matter underscores ongoing debates about institutional accountability and oversight mechanisms within Sri Lankan cricket administration.