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Roshan Mahanama who served as manager and head coach of Sri Lanka 'A' team has tendered his resignation to the BCCSL.

Upon receiving Mahanama's letter of resignation the BCCSL initiated extensive discussions with Mahanama in an attempt to resolve his problem. His main complaint was that he felt there was a conflict in the roles of Hemantha Devapriya and himself.

It was explained to Mahanama that the situation would be resolved by the Cricket Committee representatives of the Interim Committee speaking to Devapriya which was done a day after the Kenya tour was concluded in the presence of the Director, Cricket Operations. The BCCSL had also earlier spoken to Devapriya regarding this issue.

Devapriya has agreed to be responsible for the coaching of the BCCSL's Development Squad with effect from 26th February, 2002 and we cannot therefore understand the reasons for Mahanama's resignation.

However as Mahanama is determined to go ahead with his resignation, the BCCSL has no option but to accept it. The BCCSL is disappointed that Mahanama has opted not to continue with his 3-year contract which was given to him with a plan to further develop Sri Lanka cricket.

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