Wycherley International School registered a five-wicket win over Colombo International School to clinch the 28th Battle of the Lions encounter played for Lalith Athulathmudali Challenge Trophy at Thurstan College Grounds, Colombo.
Batting first, Colombo International School were restricted for just 133 runs as the bowling unit of Wycherley International School produced an impressive disciplined bowling display.
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Infas Riyaz, Shamika Deshan and Hamdan Mohinudeen starred with the ball, scalping 2 wickets each for Wycherley International School.
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Wycherley International School chased down the target with ease as they crossed over the line in the 36th over with 5 wickets in hand. Dojitha Jayawardene anchored the run-chase with a 58-ball 42 runs for Wycherley International School.
Brief Scores
Colombo International School – 133 (41.1) Vishen Gunasekara 38, Shaun Polonnowita 21, Infas Riyaz 2/4, Shamika Deshan 2/22, Hamdan Mohinudeen 2/27
Wycherley International School – 135/5 (35.4) Dojitha Jayawardene 42, Amrin Ismath 30, Navin Rajapakshe 22, Enosh Walpita 2/20, Nikhil Peiris 2/26
Result – Wycherley International School won by 5 wickets
