Lyceum revs up for 4th Annual Cricket Big Match

Nikitha Grero Challenge Trophy 2019

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The press conference for the 4th annual Nikitha Grero Challenge Trophy cricket encounter big match took place at the premises of Lyceum International School Nugegoda on the 14th of February.

The 4th edition of the highly anticipated annual cricket big match between Lyceum International School Nugegoda and Lyceum International School Panadura will commence on the 22nd February 2019 at the P. Saravanamuththu Stadium Colombo. Hosted by Lyceum Nugegoda this year, both school teams will be competing for the Nikitha Grero Challenge Trophy.  

Starting with the big match tradition in 2016, Mr. Nikitha Grero, Director of Lyceum International Schools, wanted Lyceum students to have the unforgettable experience of a big match.

Mr. Nikitha Grero stated, “One of the most exciting times of the year has come around once again where Lyceum Nugegoda and Lyceum Panadura will be competing against each other in a friendly game of cricket at the 4th Annual Big Match.”

Mr. Nikitha Grero continued, “There is no doubt that cricket is Sri Lanka’s favorite game, and a great match always has a little bit of everything; from the excitement of scoring a six or the surprise of knocking down the wickets when least expected, cricket is undoubtedly an enthralling game like no other, which brings everyone together. It is no wonder that we celebrate our big match with a game of cricket every year to embrace the spirit of this wonderful game.”

Looking back at last year’s big match, Lyceum Panadura were bundled out for 196 runs in 42.3 overs and Lyceum Nugegoda chased down the target in just 24.1 overs.

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In this year’s big match, Captain Senura Hansaja will lead Lyceum Nugegoda with direction from Head Coach Mr. Viraj Weerasejara and TIC Mr. Pathum Madhushanka. Devin Rodrigo will lead Lyceum Panadura with guidance from Head Coach Mr. Nadeep Jayasinghe and TIC Mr. Rumesh Wickramasinghe.

The 2019 Nikitha Grero Challenge Trophy cricket encounter will be sponsored by Zhontong Sri Lanka, Mobitel, Next click studio, Lyceum Collection, ‘Sri Lanka’s newest job search portal’ JobAds.lk and ‘Sri Lanka’s No.1 Super Luxury Transportation service’ NCG Express has joined hands with Lyceum as the Official Travel Partner of the Nikitha Grero Challenge Trophy 2019.

The hard work that both teams have gone through will be put to the test at the game on the 22nd of February when they will display their skills with hopes to secure a victory.

Lyceum International School Nugegoda Team: Senura Hansaja (C), Pasindu Rajapakshe (VC), Lakindu Sachin, Rudam Dulnath, Duvindu Silva, Yasiru Chathumal, Kaushal Mendis, Naveen Pehesara, Dimuth Keshan, Nisal Hettiarachchi, Nipuna Hettiarachchi, Hasindu Chamika, Sadushka Senarath, Gamitha Pawan, Hansaja Bandara, Danal Senevirathne, Danuka Durusinghe.

Lyceum International School Panadura Team: Devin Rodrigo (C), Shayan Guruge (VC), Sithira Tennakoon, Isuru Perera, Nesanda Weerasekara, Dinith Amarasekara, Niven Rodrigo, Sajad Ahamad, Raveen Jayaweera, Dulana Perera, Vikusha Cooray, Rusiru Fernando, Yenuka Rajapakshe, Vathila De Silva, Yeshitha Kalupahana.