Columbo, April 23 -- Sri Lankan speedster Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn his lawsuit against Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), just weeks after filing it over being denied a no-objection certificate (NOC) to participate in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026.

Thushara, who is part of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, informed the Colombo District Court that he chose to withdraw the case as much of the tournament had already been completed.

According to ESPNcricinfo, the seamer had also submitted a written apology to SLC last week, signalling his intent to resolve the matter and step back from legal proceedings.

In his court petition, Thushara had stated his desire to retire from international cricket. It is unclear at this point if that has cha...