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Autokitz CC in a comfortable 5-wicket win against Willows CC

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1 year ago

October 9, 2023

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Autokitz Cricket Club registered a comfortable 5 wicket win against Willows Cricket Club in a 20 overs limited Cricket encounter at the Gateway Complex Grounds, Seeduwa recently.

Autokitz CC won the toss and invited Willows CC to take the first lease of the wicket, openers Sumedha Meddagodage and Sidath Samarawickrama, the pair together got to a fine start, with a partnership of 46 runs for the first wicket. Sumedha Meddagodage was the first batter to get dismissed being run out, scoring 29 runs. With 3 more batters being dismissed within the space of 19 runs, Willows CC was reeling at 65 for the loss of 4 wickets at one stage, the other opener, Sidath Samarawickrama along with Chinthaka Wickramasinghe steadied the innings, with a 68 runs partnership for the 5th wicket. Sidath Samarawickrama playing a splendid knock, stroking a gallant 71 runs in 52 balls including 9 fours and 2 sixes was finally dismissed as the 5th batter. Chinthaka Wickramasinghe scoring 18 runs was the 6th batter to get dismissed, followed by Manjula Liyanage as the 7th batter who scored at 143 runs on board, Lalindra Viraj was not out on 4, along with Nuwan Gunawardena at the wicket, took them to a reasonable total. Prasad Aberathne and Geeshan Ayeshana captured 2 wickets apiece and Pandula Amarasinghe with a wicket, shared the bowling honors.

Autokitz CC in reply, openers Ravindu Samarasinghe and Milan Maduwantha, the pair added 38 runs for the first wicket, with the dismissal of Milan Maduwantha, the other opener, Ravindu Samarasinghe stroking 40 runs in 16 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes, was the next to go, at the score at 50 runs on board. With the next dismissals, Lakshman Rodrigo ( 63 ), Ishan Perera ( 95 ), with a useful contribution of 27 runs, and Geehan Ayeshana ( 106 ), Autokitz CC were in a comfortable position at 106 runs for the loss of 5 wickets. Isurunath Dissanayake, the 3rd down batter on 15 runs not out, along with Pandula Amarasinghe, playing a hurricane knock scoring 35 runs not out in 32 balls, including 2 fours and 3 sixes, the pair, with a 41 runs partnership for the 6th wicket, took past the target to give Autokitz CC a comfortable 5 wicket win, with 2.2 overs to spare. Muditha Jayasundera capturing 2 wickets, supported by Thilak Johnson and Manjula Liyanage capturing 1 wicket apiece was the pick of the bowlers for Willows CC.

Scores –

Willows CC – 147/7 in 20 overs

Sumedha Meddagodage 29, Sidath Samarawickrama 71, Chinthaka Wickramasinghe 18, Prasad Aberathne 2/30, Geeshan Ayeshana 2/10, Pandula Amarasinghe 1/30

Autokitz CC – 148/5 in 17.4 overs

Ravindu Samarasinghe 40, Ishan Perera 27, Pandula Amarasinghe 35 not out, Isurunath Dissanayake 15 not out, Muditha Jayasundera 2/18, Thilak Johnson 1/28, Manjula Liyanage 1/23

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Autokitz Cricket Club team

Football

Sky Market Travels Joins Hands with Sri Lanka Schools’ Football

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1 day ago

February 19, 2025

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Sky Market Travels, a leading travel agency, has partnered with Sri Lanka Schools’ Football to contribute to the development of school football in the country.

As a first step, Sky Market Travels (Pvt) Ltd has joined as a sponsor for the Sri Lanka Schools’ National Championship 2024 Under-20 Division One tournament, organized by the Sri Lanka Schools’ Football Association.

This prestigious tournament, featuring 20 of Sri Lanka’s top school teams, has long been a vital platform for young players to showcase their talent at the national level. By stepping in as a sponsor, Sky Market Travels is playing a key role in supporting the future of Sri Lankan school football.

The event was attended by the President of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka, Jaswar Umar, the Head of the Coach Education Department and former National Team Captain, Sampath Perera, Elite Youth Manager Dudley Steinwal, Members of Schools’ Football Association, and the Managing Director of Sky Market Travels (Pvt) ltd Mohamed Faroos, the President of the Negombo Poruthota Soccer Fans Rizwan, and its Manager Nufri.

With this partnership, Sky Market Travels has taken a significant step in uplifting school football and providing aspiring young footballers with better opportunities to excel at the national level.

Football

Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2024: Super Eight Round Standings & Upcoming Matches Preview

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2 days ago

February 18, 2025

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The Super Eight Round of the Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2024 – Under 20 Division 1 Boys Football Tournament has been intense, with teams battling for a spot in the next stage.

Current Standings (After 8 Matches)

Group A

1. St. Joseph’s College – 4 points (1W, 1D, 0L) | Goals: 5-1

2. Alighar National School – 4 points (1W, 1D, 0L) | Goals: 4-1

3. Darussalam College – 3 points (1W, 0D, 1L) | Goals: 7-4

4. Kalutara Muslim Central College – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-10

Group B

1. Zahira College Colombo – 6 points (2W, 0D, 0L) | Goals: 7-0

2. Hameed Al Husseine College – 6 points (2W, 0D, 0L) | Goals: 5-0

3. Al Falah College Negombo – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-4

4. St. Patrick’s College Jaffna – 0 points (0W, 0D, 2L) | Goals: 0-8

Key Highlights So Far

• Zahira College Colombo and Hameed Al Husseine College remain unbeaten in Group B.

• St. Joseph’s College and Alighar National School are leading Group A but are closely followed by Darussalam College, making the race for the semifinals highly competitive.

• Kalutara Muslim Central College and St. Patrick’s College Jaffna are yet to score points and are struggling in their respective groups.

Upcoming Matches & Their Impact

• St. Joseph’s College vs. Alighar National School (MD-5): A potential group-decider as both teams are tied on points.

• Darussalam College vs. Kalutara Muslim Central College (MD-5): Darussalam has a chance to secure a semifinal spot with a win.

• Zahira College vs. Hameed Al Husseine College (MD-6): The top two teams in Group B will clash in a high-stakes match that could determine the group winner.

• Al Falah College vs. St. Patrick’s College (MD-6): A crucial battle for survival in Group B.

With four more matches remaining, every point counts, and teams will be looking to secure their places in the knockout stage. Stay tuned for more updates!

Cricket

Sri Lanka Masters Set for International Masters League T20 2025 Challenge

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5 days ago

February 16, 2025

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Sri Lanka Masters, led by legendary wicketkeeper-batsman Kumar Sangakkara, are all set to compete in the much-anticipated International Masters League T20 2025. The tournament, featuring cricketing greats from six nations, will kick off on February 22 and conclude with the final on March 16 in Raipur, India.

Sri Lanka Masters’ Fixtures

The team will begin their campaign against India Masters on February 22 at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai. They will then take on South Africa Masters on February 26, followed by a high-voltage clash against Australia Masters on February 28. Their group stage will continue with matches against West Indies Masters on March 6 and England Masters on March 10 before the semi-finals on March 13 and 14.

Squad Overview

The Sri Lanka Masters squad boasts a mix of experience and all-round talent. With Sangakkara leading from the front, the team includes seasoned campaigners such as Romesh Kaluwitharana, Upul Tharanga, and Lahiru Thirimanne. The bowling attack will be spearheaded by Nuwan Pradeep, Suranga Lakmal, and Isuru Udana, while all-rounders like Seekkuge Prasanna, Jeevan Mendis, and Chaturanga de Silva provide balance to the squad.

Expectations & Key Players to Watch

With a strong batting unit led by Sangakkara and Tharanga, Sri Lanka Masters will look to dominate in the powerplay and set up big totals. The bowling attack, featuring Pradeep and Lakmal, will be crucial in restricting opposition teams. All-rounders like Prasanna and Mendis could play a pivotal role in tight situations.

As the tournament unfolds, Sri Lanka Masters will aim to make a strong statement and challenge for the coveted title. With cricketing legends returning to the field, fans can expect thrilling encounters and moments of brilliance from the island nation’s seasoned stars.

Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for exclusive updates and match analysis from the International Masters League T20 2025!