Manish century powers Royal into U17 Division II final
Royal College Colombo ‘B’ team reached the Under-17 Division II Inter-Schools Limited Overs Cricket Tournament final with a convincing 125-run win over Sir John Kothalawala College, Kurunegala as Manish Wijesundera excelled with a century at Ananda Mawatha. Wijesundera produced a match-defining innings, hitting an unbeaten 114 off 129 balls, with 15 fours and four sixes […]
Royal College Colombo 'B' team secured a commanding 125-run victory over Sir John Kothalawala College, Kurunegala, in the Under-17 Division II Inter-Schools Limited Overs Cricket Tournament final, thanks to a stellar performance by Manish Wijesundera. Wijesundera delivered a match-defining innings, scoring an unbeaten 114 off 129 balls, featuring 15 fours and four sixes.
This outstanding knock propelled Royal to a formidable total of 235 for seven in their 50 overs. Chasing the target of 236 runs, Sir John Kothalawala faced an uphill battle, eventually succumbing to defeat by amassing only 110 runs in their 33 overs. Dinuja Wellahewage shone for Sir John Kothalawala with a commendable 4/25 in just nine overs, while Dulna Nimnal contributed 2/36.
Wijesundera's performance, coupled with strong contributions from Sithuka Alwis, Binara Kulasekara, and Senuth Perera, showcased Royal's dominance throughout the match. Despite strong resistance from Vihaga Chamalsha, who scored 43 off 37 balls, and Pulina Methmal's 25 runs, Royal's innings ultimately proved too much for their opponents to handle.
Sir John Kothalawala's bowlers, while taking two wickets each from Binara Kulasekara and Senuth Perera, struggled to contain Wijesundera's brilliance. The victory earns Royal a spot in the final, where they will face Wadduwa Central.
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