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Shanaka, Chandimal, Mathews stars as Kandy Falcons secure six-wicket win over Dambulla Sixers to kick off 2024 Lanka Premier League with a win

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Kandy Falcons, the defending champions, began the 2024 Lanka Premier League season with a six-wicket victory over the Dambulla Sixers at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium on Monday, thanks to contributions from Dasun Shanaka, Dinesh Chandimal and Angelo Mathews.

Dambulla, after being put in to bat by the Falcons, first posted a respectable 179-4 from their 20 overs. In reply the home side achieved the target with 16 balls to spare.

Earlier, Mark Chapman from New Zealand played a crucial unbeaten knock of 91 runs off 61 balls, which included eight fours and four sixes. Chamindu Wickramsinghe, an impressive young player from Kandy, showcased his talent in front of his home crowd by contributing 62 runs off 42 balls, with four fours and three sixes.

The duo shared an unbroken partnership of 154 runs for the fifth wicket in just 95 balls, helping Dambulla reach a competitive total of 179 for 4.

Dasun Shanaka was the standout bowler for the Falcons, picking up 3-20 in his four overs.

During the pursuit, despite an early dismissal of Fletcher for a duck, the Falcons reached 183-4 in 17.2 overs.

Opening batsman Dinesh Chandimal top-scored with a quick 65 off 40 balls, including six fours and three sixes.

Shanaka and Angelo Matthews finished the game with 46* off 15 balls and 37* off 20 balls, respectively. The pair shared an unbeaten 72-run partnership for the fifth wicket, guiding Kandy Falcons to victory in the 18th over. Today, two matches are scheduled, with Galle Marvels taking on Jaffna Kings at 3.00 p.m. and Kandy Falcons facing Colombo Strikers at 7.30 p.m.

Brief Scores:
Dambulla Sixers 179-4 off 20 overs (Mark Chapman 91, Chamindu Wickramsinghe 62, Dasun Shanaka 3-20)
Kandy Falcons 183-4 off 17.2 overs (Dinesh Chandimal 65, Dasun Shanaka 46, Angelo Matthews 37)

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

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June 24, 2025

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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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June 24, 2025

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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.

This match marks a significant step for S. Thomas’ in the league standings as they aim to continue their campaign with confidence and consistency.

Full-Time Score:
S. Thomas’ College 50 (7T, 6C, 1P)
Mahanama College 35 (5T, 5C)

📍 Venue: Ratmalana Air Force Grounds
📅 Dialog Schools Rugby League 2025 – Week 3

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Trinity College Storms to Victory Over Thurstan in Dialog Schools Rugby League Week 3

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Colombo, June 19 – Trinity College, Kandy delivered a commanding performance to defeat Thurstan College, Colombo by 48-19 in a high-energy Week 3 clash of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2024, played at the Sugathadasa Stadium.

Trinity dominated throughout the match, crossing the try line eight times and securing four conversions. Their relentless attack and solid defensive play left little room for Thurstan to recover.

🏆 Match Summary – Trinity 48 (8T, 4C) vs Thurstan 19 (3T, 2C)

  • Trinity College Scorers:
    🔹 8 Tries
    🔹 4 Conversions
  • Thurstan College Scorers:
    🔹 3 Tries
    🔹 2 Conversions

The game showcased Trinity’s physical strength, quick ball movement, and tactical excellence. Even as Thurstan fought back with three well-earned tries, the gap was too wide to close.

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