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Thomian Masters in a 35-run win against Police Masters 

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Thomian Masters registered a comfortable 35-run win against Police Masters in a Masters 25 overs Cricket encounter,  played at Police Park ground, Bambalapitiya recently. 

Thomian Masters taking the first lease, lost an early wicket at 5 runs, Anura Bulankulama joined the other opening batter Naresh Adikaram, and the pair together steadied the innings with a solid  71 run stand partnership for the second wicket. Useful contributions coming from Ranil Peiris, a gallant knock  by NIC Silva scoring 43 runs, Naresh Adikaram scoring a star-studded 55 runs and Anura Bulankulama scoring a solid 30 runs, took Thomian Masters to a comfortable total. Kapila Mahinda claiming 3 scalps, Chamara Silva and Nihal Soyza claiming 2 scalps each, J. Siriwardena claiming 1 scalp,  were the pick of the bowlers for Police Masters. 

Police Masters in reply,  also lost their opening batter at 7 runs, the other opener Kapila Mahinda , who had a fine bowling spell along with one down batter,  the pair together added 48 runs for the second wicket with Kapila Mahinda playing a magnificent innings scoring 33  runs. Contributions from Nihal Soyza  scoring 24 runs, Chamara Silva scoring 19 runs and Upula Serasinghe scoring 29 runs, kept the board ticking and the dismissal of these batters and wickets falling at regular intervals including 3 run outs, Police Masters were all out for 144 runs with Premalal Wickrama,  the middle order batter getting into double figures.  NIC Silva, who also played a marvellous inning, along with Johann Peiris claimed 2 scalps apart, Palitha Liyanage,  Anura Bulankulama and Ranil Peiris got 1 scalp each to give Thomian Masters a 35 run win.

Scores :  –

Thomian Masters  – 179/7 in 25 overs 

Naresh Adikaram 55, Anura Bulankulama 30, NIC Silva 43, Ranil Peiris 12, Kapila Mahinda 3/28, Nihal Soyza 2/22, Chamara Silva 2/30, J. Siriwardena 1/35

Police Masters  –  144 runs all in 23.1 overs 

Kapila Mahinda 33, Nihal Soyza 24, Upula Serasinghe 29, Chamara Silva 19, Premalal Wickrama 13, NIC Silva 2/15, Johann Peiris 2/27, Palitha Liyanage 1/26, Anura Bulankulama 1/21, Ranil Peiris 1/40 

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Sri Lanka Shines at Thailand Open 2025 with 11-Medal Haul

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The Sri Lankan athletics team wrapped up a remarkable campaign at the Thailand Open Athletics Championship 2025, securing an impressive 11 medals, including 6 golds, during the competition held from June 21 to 25 in Bangkok.

The Sri Lankan squad, made up of eight athletes—four men and four women—delivered standout performances across track and field events, making the nation proud on the international stage.

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Kingswood College Claims Hard-Fought Win Over Zahira in Week 3 of Schools Rugby League

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Colombo – June 23:
Kingswood College, Kandy, came from behind to secure a gritty 27-18 victory over Zahira College, Colombo, in a Week 3 clash of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 played at Zahira College Grounds.

Despite trailing 11-10 at halftime, Kingswood regrouped and powered through in the second half, scoring 3 tries, 3 conversions, and 2 penalties to take home the win. Zahira fought valiantly with 2 tries, 1 conversion, and 2 penalties, but couldn’t match Kingswood’s consistency in the closing stages.

This win marks an important step for Kingswood in their league journey as they eye a stronger position in the 2025 standings.

Full-Time Score:
Kingswood College 27 (3T, 3C, 2P)
Zahira College 18 (2T, 1C, 2P)

📍 Venue: Zahira College Grounds, Colombo
📅 Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 – Week 3

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S. Thomas’ College Overpowers Mahanama in High-Scoring Rugby Battle – 50-35 Victory at Ratmalana

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Colombo – June 23:
In a thrilling Week 3 encounter of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025, S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia, showcased attacking brilliance to defeat Mahanama College by 50 points to 35 at the Ratmalana Air Force Grounds.

The Thomians dominated early, taking a 26-14 lead at halftime, and continued their momentum into the second half, finishing with 7 tries, 6 conversions, and a penalty to seal the win. Mahanama College put up a strong fight, scoring 5 tries and converting all 5, but couldn’t close the gap in the second half.

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📍 Venue: Ratmalana Air Force Grounds
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