Date: 11th of July 2026
Format: One-Day Match (50 Overs, 11-a-side)
Toss: University of Vavuniya won the toss and elected to field first
Result: Lions SC won by 32 runs
Match Summary
Lions SC registered a hard-fought 32-run victory over the University of Vavuniya after successfully defending a modest total of 160 runs. The University bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to restrict the opposition, but an outstanding five-wicket haul by Daniel M proved decisive as the University batting lineup failed to capitalize on a promising start.
First Innings: Lions SC
Batting first, Lions SC were bowled out for 160 runs in 43.0 overs. They suffered an early setback, slipping to 4/2 in the opening overs. However, the middle order recovered well through valuable partnerships, enabling the team to post a competitive total.
Top Batting Performances
| Batsman | Performance |
| Sarathkumar | 34 (49 balls, 3 fours) |
| Mayuran | 30 (47 balls, 2 fours, 2 sixes) |
| Vadcigan | 17* (30 balls, 2 fours) |
University of Vavuniya Bowling
| Bowler | Figures |
| Krishnan Kirubagaran | 7 overs, 2 maidens, 3/18 (Econ 2.6) |
| Sahan | 9 overs, 2 maidens, 3/37 (Econ 4.1) |
| Narthan | 5 overs, 2/17 (Econ 3.4) |
Second Innings:
University of Vavuniya
Chasing a target of 161 runs, the University of Vavuniya made a positive start, reaching 49/1 before losing momentum. Although the innings remained well poised at 105/4, the middle and lower order collapsed under sustained pressure from the Lions SC bowlers. The University side was eventually bowled out for 128 runs in 30.0 overs, falling 32 runs short of the target.
Top Batting Performances
| Batsman | Performance |
| Janith Dayarathna | 22 (21 balls, 5 fours) |
| Lahiru Welagedara | 20 (18 balls, 3 fours) |
| Shevin Abishek | 18 (25 balls, 2 fours) |
Lions SC Bowling
| Bowler | Figures |
| Daniel M | 7 overs, 2 maidens, 5/13 (Econ 1.9) |
| Sam Daniel | 7 overs, 1 maiden, 2/51 (Econ 7.3) |
| Adhavan | 8 overs, 1 maiden, 1/20 (Econ 2.5) |
Key Takeaway
The turning point of the match was the exceptional spell by Daniel M, who claimed 5 wickets for just 13 runs. His disciplined and accurate bowling dismantled the University of Vavuniya’s middle and lower order, sealing a well-earned 32-run victory for Lions SC. His outstanding performance deservedly earned him the Player of the Match award.
