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Darussalam pockets 3rd place of “The Ball Blaster” Championship

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1 year ago

December 19, 2023

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M.H.Yakeem

Darussalam College Colombo pocketed the 3rd place beating St. Joseph’s College Colombo by 5 goals to 2 goals of ” The Ball Blaster ” under 20 all Island division 1 Football Championship 2023, sponsored by srilankankansportstv, organised and conducted by the Sri-Lanka Schools Football Association, under the guidance of the Ministry of Education, played at the Sugathadasa Stadium recently.

Darussalam College Colombo drawn from group

” A ” along with St. Joseph’s College Colombo, De Mazenod College Kandana, Hameed Al Husseinie College Colombo and Kingswood College Kandy got qualified to the knock out stage from their respective group by emerging as Champions with 3 wins and a draw.

In the quarter final, they beat Maris Stella College Negombo by 2 goals to nil with B.M.M.Suhaib netting both the goals and lost the semi final to Zahira College Colombo by 3 goals to 2 in a thrilling contest.

In the decider of the 3rd place, they beat St. Joseph’s College Colombo by 5 goals to 2 to pocket the 3rd place of ” The Ball Blaster ” Championship 2023. Darussalam College Colombo went ahead with M.Z. Zakki scoring in the 5th minute and B.M.M. Suhaib scoring in the 7th minute to give them a 2 nil lead. St. Joseph’s College Colombo came back strongly to reduce the lead with J.D. Daniel netting the goal in the 17th minute to make it 2 goals to 1 at the half time. 3 more goals in the second half by Darussalam College strikers M.Z. Zakki in the 66th minute, M.A. Ahamed in the 70th minute and B.M.M. Suhaib in the 87th minute and St. Joseph’s College second goal coming from the boot of Jerome Perera in the 85th minute and the decider of the 3rd place ending in favour of Darussalam College, Colombo winning by 5 goals to 2.

Athletics

Three Sri Lankan Athletes Qualify for World Athletics Indoor Championships 2025

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9 hours ago

March 13, 2025

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Colombo: In a historic achievement for Sri Lankan athletics, three national athletes have officially qualified for the World Athletics Indoor Championships 2025, set to take place from May 21 to 23 in Nanjing, China. This marks Sri Lanka’s largest representation at the prestigious event in over two decades.

Sri Lankan Athletes Heading to Nanjing 2025

The three Sri Lankan athletes who secured their spots based on performances and world rankings are:

Chamod Yodasinghe – 60m Sprint
Kalinga Kumarage – 400m
Kaveesha Bandara – 60m Hurdles

Their qualification comes after impressive performances at the inaugural National Short Course Championship, highlighting Sri Lanka’s growing potential in indoor athletics.

A Historic Moment for Sri Lanka

The last time Sri Lanka sent a team to the World Athletics Indoor Championships was in 2001 (Lisbon), where four athletes represented the nation. This latest qualification marks the largest contingent in over 20 years, showcasing significant progress despite limited indoor competition opportunities in Sri Lanka.

With preparations underway, these athletes will aim to make an impact on the global stage and elevate Sri Lanka’s presence in international athletics.

Stay tuned for more updates on Sri Lanka’s journey to Nanjing 2025!

News

Chinese Government Pledges Support for Sri Lanka’s Sports and Youth Development

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1 day ago

March 12, 2025

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Colombo: In a significant move towards strengthening sports and youth development in Sri Lanka, Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong met with Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumar Gamage, and Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara today (26) at the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.

During the meeting, Ambassador Qi Zhenhong congratulated the newly appointed ministers and reaffirmed China’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s sports and youth programs. Discussions centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation and exploring actionable initiatives to uplift sports development in the country.

A key highlight of the discussions was China’s willingness to promote sports such as Tai Chi and Dragon Boat Racing in Sri Lanka. This initiative aligns with the broader vision of fostering international sports collaboration and expanding the sporting culture within the country.

This renewed partnership marks an important step in Sri Lanka’s sports development, paving the way for future investments and technical support to enhance local sporting infrastructure and training programs.

Stay tuned for more updates on this collaboration and its impact on Sri Lankan sports!

Football

Sri Lanka to Host the Prestigious 2025 SAFF Championship After 17 Years

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1 day ago

March 12, 2025

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Colombo: Sri Lanka has officially been granted the hosting rights for the 2025 South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship, set to take place in June 2025. The decision marks a historic moment for Sri Lankan football, as the nation last hosted the tournament in 2008 alongside the Maldives.

The SAFF Championship is widely regarded as the “World Cup of South Asia,” bringing together the best footballing nations from the region. The 2025 edition will feature seven teams:

India (Defending champions and most successful team)
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
Maldives
Nepal
Sri Lanka (Host nation)

With the backing of home supporters, Sri Lanka will look to capitalize on this opportunity and aim for a deep run in the competition.

SAFF Championship: A Look at Past Editions and Winners

The SAFF Championship, first held in 1993, has seen 14 editions so far. India has been the most dominant team in the tournament’s history, winning a record 9 titles. The Maldives and Bangladesh have each won the tournament twice, while Sri Lanka claimed their only title in 1995, when they hosted the event in Colombo.

Here is a look at the past winners:

India – 9 titles (1993, 1997, 1999, 2005, 2009, 2011, 2015, 2021, 2023)
Maldives – 2 titles (2008, 2018)
Bangladesh – 2 titles (2003, 2023)
Sri Lanka – 1 title (1995)

Sri Lanka’s return as the host nation in 2025 gives them a golden opportunity to reclaim the championship after 30 years.

If executed well, the 2025 SAFF Championship could mark the beginning of a new era for Sri Lankan football, helping the nation rise again in South Asian football.

Can Sri Lanka make the most of this historic opportunity? The countdown to SAFF 2025 begins!