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Special traffic plan for Sri Lanka-England cricket matches

Special traffic plan for Sri Lanka-England cricket matches

19 Jan 2026 | BY Staff Writer

To ensure smooth traffic flow during the upcoming Sri Lanka-England cricket matches at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, the Colombo Traffic Division has announced a special traffic management plan.


The measures will be in effect on 22, 24, and 27 January, coinciding with the match days. The primary goal is to reduce traffic congestion around the stadium area.


Motorists and the public are advised to use alternative routes from noon until the end of each match. Importantly, the affected roads will remain open and will not be closed, facilitating normal vehicular movement.


Roads affected by the special traffic plan include:


Pradeepa Mawatha

Saddharma Mawatha

Jayantha Weerasekara Mawatha

Temple Road (Khettarama Mawatha)

Adi 100 Para

Bodhiraja Mawatha

Vincent Perera Mawatha

Brito Babapulle Road


The England cricket squad arrived in Colombo this morning, gearing up for the series against Sri Lanka.


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