Category: Sports

In the Lanka Premier League, are “Icon” and “Star” player categories determined by social media follower counts?

Pavithra SandamaliLeave a Comment on In the Lanka Premier League, are “Icon” and “Star” player categories determined by social media follower counts?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel An unusual classification rule in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) has drawn significant attention. We have fact-checked and clarified the accuracy of claims circulating on social media regarding this requirement. Social Media Posts: Posts were shared on social media claiming that, “The organizers have introduced a new eligibility criterion for […]

Continue Reading

Has the ICC banned the Sri Lanka cricket team from international matches for one year?

S G PrabuLeave a Comment on Has the ICC banned the Sri Lanka cricket team from international matches for one year?

Viral posts on social media are claiming that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has banned the Sri Lanka Cricket Team from international cricket for one year due to political reasons. These claims have spread widely, causing confusion and growing concern among the public. However, our investigation confirms that the International Cricket Council (ICC) has not […]

Continue Reading

Is it true that only a handful of countries compete in the Cricket World Cup?

Fact Crescendo TeamLeave a Comment on Is it true that only a handful of countries compete in the Cricket World Cup?

දිනපතා සත්‍ය කරුණු දැන ගැනීමට අපගේ WhatsApp චැනලයටමෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. The International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup cricket tournament, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, began on February 7, 2026, and is scheduled to conclude with the final match on March 8, 2026. At a time when there is significant global interest in the T20 […]

Continue Reading

Sri Lankan Coach Sanath Jayasuriya Praying to God During a Cricket Match?

S G PrabuLeave a Comment on Sri Lankan Coach Sanath Jayasuriya Praying to God During a Cricket Match?

Ever since former legend Sanath Jayasuriya took the reins as the coach of the Sri Lankan national cricket team, social media users have responded with mixed reactions. Especially during the 3-match T20 series against England, just before the currently ongoing T20 World Cup, garnered a lot of criticism. Social Media Claims: A photo featuring media […]

Continue Reading

Viral Video Claiming Travis Head Hit 30 Runs in One Over to Chase Down 300+ Runs is False

Kalana KrishanthaLeave a Comment on Viral Video Claiming Travis Head Hit 30 Runs in One Over to Chase Down 300+ Runs is False

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Cricket is the most popular sport in Sri Lanka, sparking lively discussions across social media platforms. However, alongside genuine fan engagement, there has been a rise in the spread of misleading content, including altered videos, false claims, and misinformation. These posts often go viral, misleading the public and creating confusion. […]

Continue Reading

Imane Khelif is Biologically Female and Eligible to Compete in Women’s Boxing at the Paris Games

Fact Crescendo TeamLeave a Comment on Imane Khelif is Biologically Female and Eligible to Compete in Women’s Boxing at the Paris Games

Despite opposition from anti-trans celebrities and politicians, the International Olympic Committee has confirmed that Imane Khelif is eligible to compete in women’s boxing at the Paris Games. Khelif gained widespread attention on social media after her impressive victory against Italy’s Angela Carini, who conceded defeat just 46 seconds into their bout on the previous Thursday.. […]

Continue Reading

Fact-Checking the Turkish Olympic Shooter Yusuf Dikec’s Origin Story

Cielito WangLeave a Comment on Fact-Checking the Turkish Olympic Shooter Yusuf Dikec’s Origin Story

Yusuf Dikec, a renowned Turkish Olympic shooter, recently became the subject of a viral story that captivated social media. The tale claimed that Dikec took up shooting after a heated argument with his ex-wife and works as a mechanic in Istanbul. This article aims to fact-check these claims and shed light on the real background […]

Continue Reading

Fact Check: Claims About Udeshika Prabodini’s Financial Status and Return from Asia Cup!

Fact Crescendo Team

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The Sri Lanka women’s cricket team recently celebrated a significant victory by winning the Asia Cup for the first time, beating the much-fancied India side. This achievement has sparked massive interest in Sri Lankan women’s cricket and its victorious team members. However, some social media posts have emerged amid the […]

Continue Reading

Swimmers Forming the “BRING THEM HOME NOW” slogan With Their Bodies Is Not From Paris Olympics 2024!

Fact Crescendo TeamLeave a Comment on Swimmers Forming the “BRING THEM HOME NOW” slogan With Their Bodies Is Not From Paris Olympics 2024!

An image of swimmers forming the “BRING THEM HOME NOW” slogan with their bodies went viral on social media, claiming it to be from the ongoing Paris Olympics. Sharing the image on Facebook, a user wrote, “The Israeli Olympic team were not allowed to wear yellow ribbon pins for the hostages during the Paris Olympics.  […]

Continue Reading

Did  David Miller retire from international Twenty20 cricket?

Fact Crescendo TeamLeave a Comment on Did  David Miller retire from international Twenty20 cricket?

Social media users shared a message that South African cricketer David Miller had retired from international Twenty20 cricket. While we were searching for the authenticity of the information, we found that it was fake. Social Media Posts  Social media posts say David Miller  announced his retirement from T20 Internationals 🚨BREAKING : David Miller retired from […]

Continue Reading