Colombo North clinched the U19 SLC Youth League 2025 title with a convincing 5-wicket victory over Colombo South in a thrilling final.
Having been asked to bat first, Colombo South posted 232 runs for 9 wickets in the allotted 50 overs at Samadhi Grounds, Anuradhapura.
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The opening batter Suwahas Fernando led with a stylish 80 off 123 balls, including 6 fours and a six, while Rehan Peiris contributed a brisk 53 off 69 balls with 7 fours.
Poorna Kalhara and Manasa Madubashana shone with the ball, each claiming 2 wickets to lead Colombo North’s bowling attack.
Colombo North chased the target in 40.5 overs, winning by 5 wickets, led by a century opening stand from Dulnith Sigera and Aveesha Samash.
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Sigera smashed 68 off 60 balls, including 11 fours and a six, while Samash scored 45 off 57 balls with 4 fours and a six. Senuja Wekunagoda’s vital 41 anchored the innings.
Brief Scores
Colombo South – 232/9 (50) Suwahas Fernando 80, Rehan Peiris 53, Hirun Matheesha 22, Poorna Kalhara 2/27, Manasa Madubashana 2/35
Colombo North – 233/5 (40.5) Dulnith Sigera 68, Aveesha Samash 45, Senuja Wekunagoda 41, Chamika Heenatigala 29*, Daham Nirmal 3/73
Result – Colombo North won by 5 wickets
