The Appeal Court is set to reevaluate the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) interim committee matter on November 20, Monday, under a new panel of judges. This development transpired after Judge Nissanka Bandula Karunaratne recused himself from the bench following allegations made by the Sports Minister in Parliament, suggesting a potential conflict of interest.

The Sports Minister had filed the case challenging the 14-day stay order issued against the interim committee that he appointed for the administration of cricket. The proceedings took an unexpected turn when Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe raised concerns about a potential conflict of interest involving Judge Karunaratne.

In light of the allegations, Judge Karunaratne opted to step down from the case, paving the way for a new panel of judges to take up the matter on Monday. The recalibration of the bench is aimed at ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment of the legal proceedings surrounding the SLC interim committee.

The case has been a focal point of attention, intertwining legal and political dimensions as the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket undergoes significant scrutiny.