Old Gaminians Retain the Mayor’s Cup

The 15th Battle of the Oldies for the Mayor’s Cup between the Old Boys of St. Xavier’s College and Gamini National College was held last Saturday at the Race Course Grounds. The event was attended by a large crowd of cricket fans and holidaymakers.

The Assistant Parish Priest of St. Xavier’s Church, Rev. Fr. Stephen, served as the Chief Guest. Other distinguished guests included the Principals of both colleges, local officials, and representatives from various alumni associations. A special cake-cutting ceremony was held on the pitch to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Gamini National College.

Match Summary

Gamini Past Pupils’ Association (PPA) won the toss and elected to bat first, scoring 229 runs (all out) in 32 overs.

Senila Sanika: 78 runs
Lakmal Eranga (Skipper): 49 runs

Old Xaverians were restricted to 206 runs in 31 overs in their reply.

S. Lakshan: 34 runs
Gerald Anthony & Pradeepan Jeganathan: 32 runs each

Gamini PPA emerged victorious by 23 runs.

Awards

Man of the Match: Senila Sanika (Gamini)
Best Bowler: Chinthaka Nishantha (Gamini) — 5 wickets for 41 runs
Best Batsman: S. Lakshan (St. Xavier’s)
Top Bowler (Xaverians): Pradeepan Jeganathan — 4 wickets for 25 runs

Highlights & Significance

Dr. T.B. Jeganathan, Secretary of the St. Xavier’s OBA, noted that this fixture is the longest continuous hard-ball cricket encounter in the Hill Country and the only uninterrupted annual fixture between two Old Boys’ teams in Sri Lanka. The event aims to promote sportsmanship and help revive education in Nuwara Eliya.

Netball Tournament Results

The day also featured an inaugural netball tournament between Good Shepherd Convent and Gamini National College:

Young Adults Category: Won by Old Shepherdians (led by Anushka)
Adults Category: Won by Old Shepherdians (led by Rodmi)
Middle Aged Category: Won by Old Gaminians (led by Buddhini)

Live Coverage: Sharp Network

Entertainment: DJ Vino

Comperes: Vadivel Balendran, Vipula Ratnayake, and Karthik

Old Gaminians Retain the Mayor’s Cup