Colombo South champions as Royalist Rehan Peiris shines with century

Winning Team – Colombo South 

Colombo South Captain receiving  the award 

Unbeaten Colombo South stamped their class when they beat Colombo North by 87 runs in the Prima Youth Under 15 Super League final in the presence of an appreciative crowd at the Mercantile Cricket Association (MCA) ground recently. 

The day was not only marked by intense cricketing action but also by the impressive performance of Royalist Rehan Peiris, who showcased his talent scoring a magnificent century.

The MCA ground buzzed with excitement as the two Colombo-based teams battled it out for the coveted title. Colombo South, known for its robust cricketing program and talented youngsters, put up a stellar performance with both bat and ball. Winning the toss and electing to bat first, Colombo South set an imposing total of 256 for 8 in their 50 overs largely fueled by the exceptional innings of Rehan Peiris.

Royalist Rehan Peiris batted with complete authority scoring 129 runs off same number of deliveries with 5 boundaries and 10 huge 6s in his hurricane knock. He put on a valuable 120 runs for the second wicket with Lasiru Sandakan who stroked a well compiled 40. Towards the end Colombo South lost their wicket frequently.

Colombo North taking lease of the wicket were bowled out for 170 with only Sadeesha Silva scoring a brisk 47 looking somewhat threatening but finally it was Colombo South with a magnificent win to end as champions.

Colombo South, Royalist Rehan Peiris speaking to the media said, “I first thought about the best thing I could do if I got to bat first, according to the day’s ground condition. I thought batting 50 overs was the best thing, and my coach said the same thing. All coaching staff gave me much advice to hit this 100. Also, I wanted to score this 100 because of my team. I was a little nervous when we lost a wicket at 11, but the one down batsman Sandakan helped me  and we built a 100 plus runs partnership and got 256 runs. Our bowlers bowled very well and we won the final. This is a foundation innings for my future”.

Prima, the leading nutrition company a steadfast supporter of youth cricket, has sponsored the Under 15 Super League since 2007, contributing significantly to the development of young talent in the country with the support of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). This league, Prima Under 15 Super League has become a crucial platform for aspiring cricketers to showcase their skills and make a mark on the national cricketing landscape.

Colombo South 256 for 8 in 50 overs

• Rehan Peiris 129, Lasiru Sandakan 40
• Senith Nethsara 2 for 43, Dasith Perera 2 for 53, Lahiru Lakmal 2 for 55

Colombo North 

170 in 47.1 overs

• Sadeesha Silva 47, Lahiru Lakmal 28, Yenula Danthanarayana 23
• Janul Damhiru 2 for 42 Player of the Final 
• Rehan Peiris (Colombo South)

Best Batsman of the Tournament  

• Yasiru Lakshan (Galle)

Best Bowler of the Tournament

• Himaru Deshan (Colombo South)