Galle Marvels’ team captain and former national goalkeeper, Niroshan Dickwella, has been suspended from all sports-related activities after testing positive for a banned substance. The doping test, conducted by the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency during the recently concluded Lanka Premier League (LPL) tournament, confirmed the violation.
Dickwella’s suspension covers all aspects of sports participation, including training, pending further investigation. The incident marks a significant setback for the experienced player and raises concerns about doping within the sport. Further details regarding the duration of the suspension and potential penalties are yet to be disclosed.