Shammi Silva, the president of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), along with the entire executive committee, officially resigned on Wednesday amid increasing public pressure and allegations of financial misconduct. This decision followed a meeting with Sri Lanka's president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who sought a smooth exit for Silva. The government is expected to appoint an interim committee led by former parliament member Eran Wickramaratne, with former cricketers Sidath Wettimuny and Roshan Mahanama potentially taking roles to reform the organization. Silva, who first took office in February 2019, had a mixed tenure marked by both achievements and significant challenges, including the men's team's poor performance in recent World Cups. The SLC has faced ongoing allegations of corruption, culminating in an attempted dismissal by the sports minister in late 2023, which was temporarily blocked by a court ruling. The ICC's strict policies against government interference in cricket administration pose a risk to the new interim setup, as any perceived coercion could lead to sanctions. The government aims to navigate this transition while addressing public dissatisfaction and maintaining compliance with ICC regulations.