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Renown Football Academy sponsors the All Island Under 18 Schools Football Championship for the eighth consecutive year 

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Twenty teams will battle it out for the All Island under 18 Division 1 Boys Schools Football Championship 2023, sponsored by Renown Football Academy, organized and conducted by the Sri-Lanka Schools Football Association, under the guidance and supervision of the Ministry of Education. 

Renown Football Academy, founded by Robert Peiris is sponsoring this tournament for the 8th consecutive year. They are also sponsoring the Girls under 18 tournament and the Boys under 18 division 2 tournament as well, where nearly more than 30 Girls schools and 100 plus Boys schools are expected to participate. 

The Academy’s main vision is to guide and support the younger generation on the right path with the basics of the sport from the grassroots level. That is why when most sponsors backed off due to the financial crisis in the country the Academy sponsored almost all of the schools’ football tournaments for 2022 including the  All Island Under 14 Boys and Girls, Under 16 Boys and Girls, Under 18 Boys and Girls and under 20 Girls Schools Football Championships considering the kids who had trained for a year would have missed out on the main tournament in the schools football calendar. Our long-term goal is to provide a career pathway through football by working together with the relevant authorities and corporate sponsors explained Sritharan Peeris, President of the Renown Football Academy at the press briefing held at the Sports Ministry Complex, Torrington Square,  Colombo  – 07 on the 14th of October 2023.

The 20 teams, who are eligible to play in the Division 1 tournament are divided into 4 groups and the matches will be played on a league basis. The top 2 teams from each group will qualify for the quarter-final.  

Muslim Central College  Kalutara, St. Joseph’s College Colombo, De Mazenod College Kandana, Dharmadutha College Badulla, and St. Sebastian’s College Katuneriya are drawn in the group ” A “, Hameed Al Husseinie College Colombo, St. Benedict’s College Kotahena,  Royal College Colombo, Maris Stella College Negombo, and Maliyadeva Model School Kurunegala are drawn in group ” B “, Wesley College Colombo,  Zahira College Colombo, St. Henry’s College Jaffna, Maliyadeva College Kurunegala, and Lumbini College Colombo are drawn in group ” C “, Jaffna Central College, Al Aqsa National School Kinniya, St. Patrick’s College Jaffna, Al Hikma College Colombo, and St. Mary’s College Negombo are drawn in group ” D “.

The teams will be Captained by P.Dineth Vishmitha ( St. Joseph’s College Colombo ), A.M. Athiq ( Dharmadutha College Badulla  ), M. Adeesha Dewthilina Dias ( De Mazenod College Kandana ), W.M. Kavisha Nethmal Fernando ( St. Sebastian’s College Katuneriya), Rufan Akmal ( Muslim Central College Kalutara ), Mohamed Fazlan ( Hameed Al Husseinie College Colombo ), Nichol Aaron De Croos ( Maris Stella College Negombo ), Inuka Nonis ( Royal College Colombo ), Magage Tharindra Adithya Perera ( St. Benedict’s College Colombo ), D.M. Onija Wathsuka ( Malyadeva Model School Kurunegala ), F.R. Fareeq Ahamed  ( Zahira College Colombo ), Akeesha Rashmika (Lumbini College Colombo ), Abdul Haadi (Wesley College Colombo ), Sri Muralitharan Johanan ( St. Henry’s College Jaffna ), Nimna Sandew Karunasinghe ( Maliyadeva College Kurunegala ), Uvanthirarasa Yalarasan( Jaffna Central College ), Calistus Siyam ( St. Patrick’s College Jaffna ), Kaveen Lashan ( St. Mary’s College Negombo ), Mohamed Shahid ( Al Hikma College Colombo ), Mohamed Sammi (Al Aqsa National School Kinniya ).

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The Captains of the under 18 division 1 Schools Football teams with the President of the Renown Football Academy,  Sritharan Peeris, Sri-Lanka Schools Football Association Secretary,  U.M.S. Dissanayake and other school officials 

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Sri Lanka U19 Women Secure Super Six Spot Despite Loss to India in ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025

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The Sri Lanka U19 Women’s cricket team faced a tough defeat against India in their final Group A match of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025, played on January 23 at the Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur. Despite the loss, Sri Lanka qualified for the Super Six stage, marking a significant milestone in their campaign.

India’s Innings: A Steady Recovery After Early Wickets

Sri Lanka’s decision to field first paid off initially, as they reduced India to 17/2 in the first 4.2 overs. However, Indian batter Gongadi Trisha played a key role, scoring 49 runs to anchor the innings. Sri Lanka’s Pramudi Methsara and Limansa Thilakaratne each took two wickets, limiting India to a total of 118/9 in 20 overs.

Sri Lanka’s Struggles with the Bat

Chasing 119, Sri Lanka’s batting lineup faltered against India’s disciplined bowling. The team was reeling at 15/5 in the powerplay, with key players dismissed early. Rashmika Sewwandi offered some resistance, scoring 15 runs, but Sri Lanka was bowled out for 59 in 18 overs, falling short by 59 runs.

Super Six Qualification: A Positive Takeaway

Despite the defeat, Sri Lanka’s performances earlier in the group stage ensured their progression to the Super Six stage. This achievement provides an opportunity for the young side to gain more exposure and showcase their talent on the global stage.

As the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 unfolds, Sri Lanka’s journey continues to inspire cricket fans, highlighting the growth of women’s cricket in the country.

For more updates on Sri Lanka U19 Women’s cricket and the latest sports news, stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV.

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India Declines to Travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025: A New Twist in the Cricket Saga

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In a significant development, India has officially announced its decision not to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This decision, stemming from longstanding political tensions and security concerns, has far-reaching implications for the tournament’s organization and the future of cricket diplomacy. Adding another layer of complexity, the Indian cricket team has also decided not to wear jerseys featuring the Champions Trophy 2025 logo that mentions Pakistan as the host nation.

Key Reasons for India’s Decision

1. Security Concerns: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) emphasized that security issues in Pakistan remain a major obstacle to sending the team.

2. Political Strain: The strained diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan have long impacted bilateral cricketing ties, with no bilateral series held since 2012.

3. Preference for Neutral Venues: India has proposed moving their matches to a neutral venue, similar to arrangements made during the 2023 Asia Cup, where India’s games were played in Sri Lanka.

Implications of the Decision

1. Tournament Adjustments

India’s withdrawal from playing in Pakistan could lead to significant changes in the tournament structure. The ICC might relocate India’s matches to neutral venues such as the UAE or Sri Lanka, splitting the event across multiple countries.

2. Financial and Logistical Impact

With India being one of the largest revenue generators in international cricket, this decision could impact ticket sales, broadcasting rights, and sponsorship deals.

3. Diplomatic Fallout

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed its dissatisfaction, calling the move a setback to efforts aimed at normalizing international cricket in Pakistan.

Jersey Controversy: No Pakistan Logo

In a bold statement, the BCCI has decided that the Indian cricket team will not don jerseys featuring the official Champions Trophy 2025 logo that mentions Pakistan as the host.

Symbolic Gesture: The absence of the logo underscores India’s stance on the issue.

Custom Design: The Indian team is expected to wear an alternate jersey design, which complies with ICC regulations but omits specific references to Pakistan’s hosting rights.

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Reactions from the Cricketing World

PCB’s Stand: The PCB has labeled India’s actions as politically motivated, arguing that Pakistan has successfully hosted international teams, proving its ability to ensure security.

ICC’s Challenge: The ICC now faces the difficult task of accommodating India’s concerns while preserving the tournament’s integrity.

Fans’ Divide: While Indian fans support their team’s security-first approach, global cricket enthusiasts are disappointed at the continuing intersection of politics and sport.

What’s Next?

The ICC is expected to meet with both boards to discuss solutions, including potential venue adjustments and jersey regulations. A final decision is anticipated in the coming months.

Conclusion

India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan and the jersey controversy have added a dramatic twist to the lead-up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. These developments highlight the persistent challenges of balancing cricket with geopolitics. As the situation unfolds, the cricketing world watches closely, hoping for a resolution that keeps the spirit of the game alive.

Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for the latest updates on this story and more breaking sports news.

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Sri Lanka and India Dominate U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 with Back-to-Back Wins

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Sri Lanka and India continued their dominant run in the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025, securing their second consecutive victories. Sri Lanka outplayed West Indies, while India cruised past Malaysia, solidifying their positions at the top of the points table.

Sri Lanka’s Record-Breaking Batting Display Crushes West Indies

Sri Lanka continued their dominance, setting a new tournament high score with 166/5 before dismantling the West Indies for just 85 runs to secure an emphatic 81-run victory.

Opener Sanjana Kavindi (38 off 36 balls) and Sumudu Nisansala (19 off 22) laid a strong foundation with a 54-run opening stand in under seven overs. Skipper Manudi Nanayakkara (37 off 31) and Dahami Sanethma (31 off 25) continued the aggressive batting, pushing Sri Lanka to an imposing total.

West Indies struggled against Sri Lanka’s sharp bowling and disciplined fielding, losing wickets at regular intervals. Left-arm spinner Selena Ross (2/25) was the only positive for West Indies, but their batting collapse handed Sri Lanka an easy win.

With this victory, Sri Lanka remains unbeaten and continues to challenge India for the top spot in the tournament standings.

India’s Bowling Masterclass Crushes Malaysia

Defending champions India once again showcased their bowling prowess, making full use of overcast conditions after winning the toss.

Young seamer Joshitha VJ set the tone by trapping Malaysia’s opener Nuni for a duck. A run-out and a fiery spell from Aayushi Shukla reduced Malaysia to 13/4 within five overs.

The highlight of the innings came from Vaishnavi Sharma, whose brilliant left-arm spin secured the tournament’s first hat-trick. She ended with stunning figures of 5/5, as Malaysia was dismissed for just 31 runs.

India’s openers, G. Trisha and Kamalini G., chased down the target in three overs without losing a wicket, ensuring India retained the top spot on the table.

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