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HNB (Hatton National Bank) emerged victorious, securing the prestigious title at the 39th MBA Team Championship at the Mercantile Badminton Association (MBA) badminton courts blazing with stirring action.
The prestigious annual Team Championship attracted a remarkable grouping of corporate talents from across the nation as the event proved to be a spectacular showcase of badminton prowess, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.
A whopping 50 corporations, represented by a staggering 189 teams, made this championship one of the largest and most fiercely contested corporate badminton tournaments to date. With a total of 1,800 plus entries, the event highlighted the expanding interest and enthusiasm for badminton among professionals.
In a thrilling climax to the championship, the top five corporate teams distinguished themselves on the court, with each displaying remarkable skills and resilience. Ultimately, it was HNB (Hatton National Bank) with 206 points won the title with a marginal 9 points ahead of Hayleys with 197 points who finished second, while Seylan Bank came 3rd, followed by MAS at fourth place and Commercial Bank at 5th place.
The awards presentation was decorated by Chief Guest Capital Maharaja Group Director Chevaan Daniel, and Guest of Honour Thilina Wewalpanawa, along with Mercantile Badminton Association President Roshan Fernando.
The winners were not only presented with trophies and medals but also earned the admiration of their peers and fans for their exemplary sportsmanship and dedication to the sport. This Championship celebrated more than just athleticism; it showcased the values of teamwork, discipline, and the competitive spirit that drive the corporate world.
The 39th MBA Team Championship 2023 was not only a battleground for badminton enthusiasts but also a platform for networking, fostering solidarity among corporate teams, and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Results
Men’s A Division
Men’s B Division
Men’s C Division
Men’s D Division
Champions: DPMC 1
Runner-up: Airport Aviation 4
Men’s E Division
Men’s F-1 Division
Men’s F 2 Division
Men’s G 1 Division
Men’s G 2 Division
Men’s H 1 Division
Men’s H 2 Division
Men’s H 3 Division
Men’s -Masters
Men’s -Veterans A Division
Men’s -Veterans B Division
Men’s -Veterans C-1 Division
Men’s -Veterans C-2 Division
Men’s -Veterans C3 Division
Women’s
Women’s A Division
Women’s B Division
Women’s C Division
Women’s D Division
Women’s E 1 Division
Women’s E 2 Division
Women’s Veterans/over 35 Division
Mixed Open
Mixed A Division
Mixed B Division
Mixed C Division
Mixed D-1 Division
Mixed D 2 Division
Mixed E Division
Mixed F Division
Mixed G Division
