Sri Lanka, Feb. 16 -- World Rugby has given Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) a final extension until June 15, 2025, to resolve its governance issues or face immediate sanctions, an official statement confirmed on Friday.

The decision, communicated by World Rugby's Chief of International Federation, David Carrigy, recognizes the "untiring efforts" of Sri Lanka's Competent Authority and Director General of Sports, Professor (Rear Admiral) Shemal Fernando, to keep the sport alive.

World Rugby emphasized that SLR must approve a new constitution and hold elections within the next four months. Failure to do so will result in immediate sanctions, which could see Sri Lanka banned from international competitions.

To facilitate this process, a Working Task...