Shammi Silva
Atulugamage Shammi Shiraj Silva (born 7 August 1960) is a sports administrator and the current president (2019/2020) of Sri Lanka Cricket.[1][2][3]
Shammi Silva | |
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| Born | Atulugamage Shammi Shiraj Silva 7 August 1960 |
| Nationality | Sri Lanka |
| Education | Nalanda College, Colombo |
| Employer | Sri Lanka Cricket |
| Known for | President Sri Lanka Cricket |
| Spouse(s) | Roberta |
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| Relatives | Dilruk (brother) |
Early childhood
Silva was born in Colombo and attended Nalanda College, Colombo. At school he played Cricket, Putt-shot, Discus Throw and Javaline Throw.[4] In 1980 Silva captained Nalanda's first XI cricket team.[5]
Later life
After leaving school Silva continued playing cricket and captained Colombo Cricket Club in 1983/84.[6] Silva also played Squash (sport), resulting him winning National Colours and representing Sri Lanka Squash Team. He then became the manager and coach for Sri Lanka Squash team.[7]
Silva was also one time Chairman of the Colombo Gymkhana Club.[8][9][10][11]
General references
- "SLC Executive Committee - Office Bearers". Sri Lanka Cricket.
- "Atapattu appointment runs into controversy". Daily Mirror. 26 April 2014.
- Shammi Silva elected as SLC President
- Epasinghe, Premasara (1 August 2005). "All-round and outstanding sports personality". Daily News.
- "51st Battle of the Maroons Nalanda Team". Battle of the Maroons.
- Shammi's qualities as a captain
- All-round and outstanding sports personality
- "Sanath has been led up the 'Gum Tree' – Shammi Silva". The Island. 17 February 2014.
- de Silva, Channaka (24 July 2015). "Gymkhana Club mired in controversy".
- "Excise spotlight on Gymkhana Club". Sunday Leader. 30 November 2008.
- de Silva, Marisa. "CH&FC Vs. UDA-CMC". Sunday Times.
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