Roy-Tho big match pride takes flight from Melbourne to Colombo

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In a historic event, the spirit of the Royal-Thomian cricket match soared to new heights as old boys boarded the ‘Roy-Tho AirBus 2024’ from Melbourne Airport, bound for Colombo.

Sponsored by Shawn Mendis Lawyers and Mendis & Gibson Lawyers, the special flight promises to encapsulate the cherished traditions and camaraderie of the iconic cricket rivalry. Transco Travel is the official travel partner for the inaugural Roy-Tho Airbus 2024.

“The Special Royal-Thomian Airbus UL 605 with all Royal-Thomian crew is about to take off to Colombo. So, the celebrations will start from 30,000 feet above,” a Facebook post noted, capturing the excitement surrounding the journey.

With the aircraft serving as a flying tribute to this revered sporting tradition, it carries with it the hopes, dreams, and memories of generations of cricket fanatics, bound together by the shared love for the game and the enduring spirit of the Royal-Thomian rivalry.