In a defiant statement, ousted Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe expressed his sentiments after being removed from his position by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. In a reflective tone, Ranasinghe remarked, "Thieves won and I lost," shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his dismissal.

Speaking about his tenure, Ranasinghe asserted that his commitment to eradicating corruption from Sri Lanka Cricket led to his ousting. Despite the setback, he visited the ministry briefly to express gratitude to his officials and staff for their support during his tenure.

Undeterred by the turn of events, the former Sports Minister affirmed that his fight against corruption within cricket administration would persist. He underscored the significance of this battle, emphasizing that the sacking exemplified the influence of corrupt elements within the realm of cricket governance.