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Sri Lanka to kick start T20 World Cup 2024 against South Africa on 3rd June

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Sri Lanka will kick start their ICC T20 World Cup 2024 against South Africa in their first game in New York on 3rd June in a Group D match.

The date was released following the schedule reveal for the showpiece event on Friday.

Sri Lanka and South Africa are slotted alongside Bangldesh, Netherlands and Nepal in Group D for the league stage games, the schedule showed.

Following the opening game against South Africa on 3rd june in New York the former Champions will face arch rivals Bangladesh in their second outing on 7th June in Dallas.

In their third outing Sri Lanka face off against Nepal in Florida and travel to St. Lucia to take on Netherlands in their final group assignment on June 16th.

The tournament is being co-hosted by the West Indies and the USA with 20 teams, divided into four groups of five sides each, making it the largest-ever T20 World Cup. Sixteen teams contested in the last edition in 2022 in Australia.

The tournament will start on June 1 with a match between the USA and Canada. The semi-finals are scheduled for June 26 in Guyana and June 27 in Trinidad while Barbados will host the final on June 29.

England are the title holders, having beaten Pakistan in Melbourne in November 2022.
The group stage matches will be played from June 1 to 18 while the Super 8 games are slotted from June 19 to 24.
The top two teams from each group will enter the Super 8, where the teams will be clubbed into two groups of four each.
The top two teams in each Super 8 group will advance to the semifinals.

A total of 55 games will be played across six venues in the West Indies — Kensington Oval, Barbados; Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad; Providence Stadium, Guyana; Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua; Darren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia; Arnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent — and three stadiums in the USA — Eisenhower Park, New York; Lauderhill, Florida and Grand Prairie, Texas.

Group A: India, Pakistan, Ireland, Canada, USA.
Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, Oman.
Group C: New Zealand, West Indies, Afghanistan, Uganda, Papua New Guinea.
Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, Nepal. 

Saturday, June 1: USA v Canada (Dallas)
Sunday, June 2: West Indies v Papua New Guinea (Guyana), Namibia v Oman (Barbados)
Monday, June 3: Sri Lanka v South Africa (New York), Afghanistan v Uganda (Guyana)
Tuesday, June 4: England v Scotland (Barbados), Netherlands v Nepal (Dallas)
Wednesday, June 5: India v Ireland (New York), Papua New Guinea v Uganda (Guyana), Australia v Oman (Barbados)
Thursday, June 6: USA v Pakistan (Dallas), Namibia v Scotland (Barbados)
Friday, June 7: Canada v Ireland (New York), New Zealand v Afghanistan (Guyana), Sri Lanka v Bangladesh (Dallas)
Saturday, June 8: Netherlands v South Africa (New York), Australia v England (Barbados), West Indies v Uganda (Guyana)
Sunday, June 9: India v Pakistan (New York), Oman v Scotland (Antigua)
Monday, June 10: South Africa v Bangladesh (New York)
Tuesday, June 11: Pakistan v Canada (New York), Sri Lanka v Nepal (Florida), Australia v Namibia (Antigua)
Wednesday, June 12: USA v India (New York), West Indies v New Zealand (Trinidad)
Thursday, June 13: England v Oman (Antigua), Bangladesh v Netherlands (St Vincent), Afghanistan v Papua New Guinea (Trinidad)
Friday, June 14: USA v Ireland (Florida), South Africa v Nepal (St Vincent), New Zealand v Uganda (Trinidad)
Saturday, June 15: India v Canada (Florida), Namibia v England (Antigua), Australia v Scotland (St Lucia)
Sunday, June 16: Pakistan v Ireland (Florida), Bangladesh v Nepal (St Vincent), Sri Lanka v Netherlands (St Lucia)
Monday, June 17: New Zealand v Papua New Guinea (Trinidad), West Indies v Afghanistan (St Lucia)
Wednesday, June 19: A2 v B1 (Antigua), B1 v C2 (St Lucia)
Thursday, June 20: C1 v A1 (Barbados), B2 v D2 (Antigua)
Friday, June 21: B1 v D1 (St Lucia), A2 v C2 (Barbados)
Saturday, June 22: A1 v D2 (Antigua), C1 v B2 (St Vincent)
Sunday, June 23: A2 v B1 (Barbados), C2 v D1 (Antigua)
Monday, June 24: B2 v A1 (St Lucia), C1 v D2 (St Vincent)
Wednesday, June 26: Semi-final 1 (Guyana)
Thursday, June 27: Semi-final 2 (Trinidad)
Saturday, June 29: Final (Barbados)

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Group C Still Up for Grabs as Four Teams Eye Quarterfinal Spots in Lifebuoy Ball Blaster 2025!

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The Lifebuoy Bodywash Ball Blaster 2025 Schools Football Championship Group C stage remains finely poised — with all four schools still in contention to reach the quarterfinals. With Gateway College having completed all their matches, the final fixtures will decide the fate of St. Benedict’s, St. Patrick’s, and St. Joseph’s Colleges.

Current Standings:

SchoolMWLDGSGAGDPoints
Gateway College310264+25
St. Benedict’s College210132+14
St. Patrick’s College201134-11
St. Joseph’s College101013-20

Gateway College – Top for Now 🟢

Gateway College leads with 5 points after finishing all their group-stage matches. Their unbeaten record gives them a strong edge, but their qualification still depends on the final two matchdays. They’ll be watching closely as St. Benedict’s and St. Patrick’s fight for crucial wins.

St. Benedict’s College – Advantage in Hand ⚪

With 4 points from 2 games, St. Benedict’s College holds the upper hand. A victory in their next match will guarantee a quarterfinal spot, potentially as Group winners. A draw could still be enough, but a defeat would leave them vulnerable to a late surge from the other two schools.

St. Patrick’s College – Still in the Race 🟡

With 1 point from 2 games, St. Patrick’s still has a chance to qualify — but only if they win the remaining match. They’ll also need to improve their goal difference, currently at -1, to stay competitive in case of a tie on points.

St. Joseph’s College – A Must-Win Situation 🔵

After losing their opening game, St. Joseph’s College faces a do-or-die scenario. With two matches left, the Josephians must win both — and by convincing margins — to stay in contention for a top-two finish. Anything less will end their campaign.

Qualification Scenarios:

  • 🏆 If St. Benedict’s wins next match: Gateway and Benedict’s advance.
  • 🤝 If St. Benedict’s draws next match: Gateway likely through; second spot open between Benedict’s and Patrick’s.
  • If St. Benedict’s loses: St. Patrick’s or St. Joseph’s could qualify by winning their remaining games.

The Group C showdown promises edge-of-the-seat drama as school football’s finest battle for survival in the Lifebuoy Ball Blaster 2025. Every point counts — and one mistake could end a dream run.

Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for live coverage, photos, and exclusive post-match reactions from the players and coaches.

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CBL Samaposha Continues to Empower Sri Lanka’s Young Footballers for the 14th Consecutive Year

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In a remarkable display of commitment to grassroots sports development, CBL Samaposha continues its proud legacy of empowering the U14 Inter-School National Football Championship for the 14th consecutive year, reaffirming its role as one of Sri Lanka’s most consistent supporters of school-level football.

Organized by the Schools Football Association of Sri Lanka (SSFA), this year’s championship will take place across 32 regional grounds islandwide, drawing participation from over 12,000 young players representing 510 boys’ teams and 110 girls’ teams.

Provincial champions will advance to the final rounds in Galle, with matches scheduled at the Dadella Football Complex, B.T.S. School Grounds, and Galle Municipal Grounds. The grand final will be played at the Colombo Racecourse Grounds on December 13, where the nation’s most talented young players will compete for top honors.

CBL Foods’ Chief Executive Officer Mr. Manjula Dahanayake emphasized the company’s deep-rooted commitment to nurturing youth potential, saying:

“Our vision is to inspire young Sri Lankans to pursue their dreams through sport, discipline, and teamwork. Supporting this tournament helps build the next generation of leaders both on and off the field.”

SSFA CEO Mr. Iraj Wimalasuriya expressed appreciation for Samaposha’s continued partnership, stating:

“CBL Samaposha has been a true ally in our mission to strengthen school football. Their long-term commitment ensures that children from all parts of the island get an equal opportunity to play, compete, and grow.”

Adding further, Lt. Col. G.G. Anura Apevikrama, Director of Physical Education and Sports at the Ministry of Education, noted that this championship is often the first competitive experience for many budding footballers — a crucial step in building Sri Lanka’s sporting future.

As a proudly homegrown brand under CBL Plenty Foods (Pvt) Ltd, Samaposha continues to fuel the nation’s youth — both nutritionally and inspirationally — reinforcing the value of sportsmanship and unity through football.

🏆 About the Championship

  • Organizer: Schools Football Association of Sri Lanka (SSFA)
  • Sponsor: CBL Samaposha
  • Players: Over 12,000 (Boys & Girls)
  • Venues: 32 regional grounds, finals in Galle & Colombo
  • Finals Date: December 13, 2025
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Lifebouy Ball Blaster 2025 – Group B Wide Open as Royal, Aligar & Kalutara Battle for Top Spot

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The race for qualification in Group B of the Lifebuoy Ball Blaster 2025 Schools Football Tournament is heating up, with three top schools still in contention for a spot in the quarterfinals.

Royal College Leads the Pack

Royal College, Colombo currently sits on top of Group B after an impressive 5-0 victory, showcasing both dominance and attacking flair. With two crucial matches left, Royal remains the favorite to finish as group leaders — but the battle is far from over.

Aligar Central’s Mixed Fortunes

Aligar Central College, last year’s runners-up and inaugural Ball Blaster champions, have had a mixed campaign so far. After one win and one narrow loss — the latter coming from an unfortunate own goal — the team still remains firmly in the race for qualification.

Kalutara Muslim Still in the Hunt

Kalutara Muslim Central College, one of the most competitive sides in this year’s tournament, has only played one game so far — securing a 1-0 win. With two matches still to play, they remain a real threat to the current table leaders.

Maris Stella Struggling for Form

Maris Stella College, on the other hand, has had a tough run, losing both their opening fixtures and conceding nine goals in the process. They will now look to finish strong and disrupt the group standings in the remaining matches.

With the Group B stage still wide open, the coming matchdays promise thrilling encounters as Royal, Aligar, and Kalutara fight for the top two quarterfinal spots in the Lifebuoy Ball Blaster 2025.

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