In a thrilling conclusion to the U19 Inter-Schools Division 1 Tier ‘A’ Two Day Tournament 2024/25, Royal College, Colombo, and St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa, were declared joint champions after the final match ended in a draw on September 10, 2025, at the iconic P. Sara Oval Grounds in Colombo.
On the final day, Royal College resumed their second innings at 14/0, aiming to set a challenging target or bat out the day.
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- St. Sebastian’s dynamic duo – Silva and Dissanayaka shines in U19 Final
They reached a commendable 252 for 9 wickets before the close of play, with Hirun Liyanarachchi (67) and Rehan Peiris (65) leading the charge with gritty half-centuries. Their performances were pivotal in ensuring Royal stayed in contention.
St. Sebastian’s bowling attack was spearheaded by Malintha Silva who kept the pressure on, picking up a five-wicket haul for 56 runs.
Brief Scores
Royal College, Colombo – 201 (87.2) Dushen Udawela 46*, Tharul Ampemohotti 31, Isulu Geeganage 29, Sehandu Sooriyaarachchi 20, Malintha Silva 4/37, Ryan Dissanayaka 4/62, Shenas Hashein 2/37 & 252/9 (93.4) Hirun Liyanarachchi 67, Rehan Peiris 65, Dushen Udawela 46, Ranuka Malaviarachchi 28*, Udantha Gangewatte 23, Malintha Silva 5/56
St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa – 201 (97.5) Kaveesha Kawshalya 56, Ryan Dissanayaka 47*, Adesh Almeida 25, Lashen Fernando 22, Sandul Abeywardena 5/78, Dushen Udawela 3/57
Result – Match Drawn
