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Alighar qualifies to the final of ” THE BALL BLASTER ” Championship 2023

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Alighar National School Eravur, Batticalao qualified to the final of ” THE BALLBLASTER” championship 2023 with a 2 nil win against St. Joseph’s College Colombo in their under 20, division 1 all Island Schools Football Championship tournament 2023, sponsored by srilankankansportstv, organised and conducted by the Sri-Lanka Schools Football Association, under the guidance and supervision of the Ministry of Education, played at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium Colombo on 11th of November 2023.

Alighar National School Eravur, Batticalao drawn from group ” B ” along with Zahira College Colombo, Baduriya Central College Mawanella, Muslim Central College Kalutara, and Jaffna Central College were the runner up in their respective group and qualifying to the quarter final, they beat St  Henry’s College Jaffna by 5 goals to nil and beating St. Joseph’s College Colombo by 2 goals to nil in the semi final, Alighar National School Eravur Batticalao winning the semi final made it to the final of ” THE BALL BLASTER ” Championship 2023.

Alighar National School R.M. Ihsan playing on the extreme right and getting a pass from mid field, had only to dribble the ball past the Josephian custodian, which he did it brilliantly to give them a 1 nil lead in the 33rd minute of the first half. 06 minutes after the 1st  goal, M.M.M. Munsif scored the 2nd goal in the 39th minute of the first half to give them a clear 2 nil lead at the half time. 

Changing both sides in the second half, Joesephian’s making efforts to score, but the Alighar players were in much control of the game till the end of play with the same score standing  as at half time, to see themi through to the final.  

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The Alighar National School under 20 team football comprises S. Muksith Ahamed, I. Siyam, R.M. Ihsan, N.M. Musthak, I.M. Thilham, M.S.M. AL Fathik, A.M. Atheef, M.M.M.Munsif, M.D.M. Sahi, A.J. Sajith Ali, K.M. Jazan, N.M. Numas, K.M. Saroos, I. Mukshith Ahamed, N.M.M. Thahi, N.M. Nifath, M.K. Sakib Ahamed, M.A.C.M. Ahraf and the team is coached by SH Aspahan.

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Inquiry Launched Over Bloomfield’s Controversial Declaration

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Sri Lanka Cricket has moved swiftly to launch an inquiry into Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club’s declaration during their Major Super Eight encounter against Moors Sports Club at Colts Grounds. The decision, which has been branded “unsporty” by critics, saw Bloomfield declare at 239 for 6 despite trailing on first innings, leaving Moors a modest chase of 147 runs. Moors completed the task comfortably, winning by four wickets in just 33 overs and reclaiming their place at the top of the table.

The declaration has raised serious questions about the spirit of competition, prompting SLC to summon captains, coaches, managers, and players from both sides for an official hearing this evening. At the heart of the probe lies a crucial issue: was Bloomfield’s move a bold tactical gamble or a breach of cricketing integrity?

With domestic cricket’s credibility now under the spotlight, the outcome of this inquiry could have significant consequences for the game in Sri Lanka, setting a precedent for how declarations and match strategies are judged in the future.

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Royal–Thomian One-Day Clash Moved from Night to Day to Counter Fuel Crisis

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The Organizing Committee of the 49th Mustangs Trophy, the prestigious Royal‑Thomian One‑Day Cricket Encounter, has announced a significant change to this year’s fixture. The match, scheduled for 28th March 2026, will now be played as a day event instead of the originally planned day‑night format.

This decision comes in response to the ongoing global fuel crisis, with organizers emphasizing the importance of reducing energy consumption and standing in solidarity with the wider public. By shifting to a daytime schedule, the committee aims to minimize the additional fuel demands typically associated with floodlit matches, reflecting a strong commitment to social responsibility and national interest.

Guidance for this move was provided by the Heads of Royal College and S. Thomas’ College, and the change has been formally endorsed by the 147th Royal‑Thomian Joint Match Organising Committee. Both schools’ Old Boy fraternities, along with sponsors, have expressed full support for the adjustment, underscoring the unity and shared responsibility that define this historic encounter.

The Joint Committee reaffirmed that while the format has changed, the essence of the Mustangs Trophy remains untouched.

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KKR Not Seeking Replacements for Matheesha Pathirana

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Kolkata Knight Riders have confirmed they will not seek replacements for Nitish Rana and Matheesha Pathirana ahead of the upcoming IPL season. Rana, who was withdrawn from India’s T20 World Cup squad due to a knee injury, recently underwent surgery and will not be available this year. Over the past two seasons, he had become a reliable pacer for the franchise, taking 19 wickets in IPL 2024 and 15 wickets in IPL 2025, while also adding batting depth to his game. Despite his absence, the management believes the squad has sufficient pace-bowling options and does not see an obvious Indian replacement, with Vaibhav Arora, Umran Malik, Kartik Tyagi, and Akash Deep already in the ranks.

Pathirana, meanwhile, was sidelined due to injury while representing Sri Lanka in the World Cup. However, KKR are optimistic about his recovery and expect him to be available at some stage during the season. The franchise, which invested INR 18 crore to secure his services, is banking on his return to strengthen their death bowling. On Monday, Pathirana’s manager posted a picture of the pacer in KKR colours, raising hopes of his participation.

By choosing not to sign replacements, KKR have signaled confidence in their existing squad depth. While Rana’s absence will test their domestic pace resources, Pathirana’s potential mid-season return could provide a crucial boost, especially in the latter stages of the tournament.

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