Colombo Kaps in Sri Lanka’s Lanka Premier League (LPL) has welcomed a fresh ownership group. The league’s organisers, IPG Global, confirmed on Tuesday, May 19, that the franchise will now be run by Witness Sports Alliance LLC, headed by Saranyan Palaniswamy and KC Shyam Kangayan.
Quick facts
- Colombo Kaps’ new ownership: Witness Sports Alliance LLC
- Leaders named: Saranyan Palaniswamy and KC Shyam Kangayan
- Date of announcement: Tuesday (May 19)
- Next LPL season window: July 7 to August 8 (Season 6)
- Pre-signings for Colombo Kaps: Kusal Mendis (wicketkeeper-batter) and Kamindu Mendis (all-rounder)
- Comments included from: LPL director Samantha Dodanwela and IPG Global founder/chairman Anil Mohan
The timing of the change is significant, coming ahead of LPL Season 6, scheduled to run from July 7 through August 8. As part of an early squad-building plan, Colombo Kaps have already secured Sri Lanka wicketkeeper-batter Kusal Mendis and all-rounder Kamindu Mendis on pre-contracts.
This move gives the franchise a solid domestic base as it prepares for the next campaign. Both signings are intended to strengthen the team’s local core well before the season begins, positioning Colombo Kaps to assemble a balanced competitive squad for the coming months.
In welcoming the new owners, LPL director Samantha Dodanwela said, “Sri Lanka Cricket welcomes Witness Sports Alliance LLC as the new ownership group of Colombo Kaps for Lanka Premier League Season 6. Colombo is an important cricketing centre, and we are pleased to see committed owners stepping forward to support the continued growth of the league.”
IPG Global Founder and Chairman Anil Mohan also backed the shift, stating, “Colombo Kaps adds further strength and excitement to the LPL. With committed ownership and strong local players already in place, the franchise is well positioned to build a competitive team and contribute to a season focused on high-quality cricket, fan engagement and commercial opportunity.”
The new ownership group has outlined its priorities as creating a disciplined, modern franchise that connects with supporters, backs Sri Lankan cricket, and delivers sustainable value within the wider LPL structure.
