University of Vavuniya VS Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
In a friendly 50-over cricket match held on 11th May 2025 at the Wayamba University ground, Wayamba University batted first but struggled against strong bowling, getting all out for 168 runs in 36.2 overs. In response, the University of Vavuniya delivered a dominant batting performance, reaching the target comfortably in 39.2 overs while losing only one wicket.
Janith was the standout performer, scoring 79 runs off 125 balls, while Harshana provided solid support with 41 runs off 109 balls. With other batsmen contributing minimally, their partnership played a crucial role in securing victory. University of Vavuniya won convincingly by nine wickets, showcasing excellent teamwork and composure under pressure. A great display of sportsmanship from both teams.
University of Vavuniya VS Police Team Vavuniya
The friendly cricket match between the Police Team, Vavuniya, and the University of Vavuniya took place on May 25, 2025, at the University of Vavuniya playground. It was set as a 50-over match, meaning each team had the opportunity to bat for a maximum of 50 overs. The University of Vavuniya batted first, playing for 43.3 overs before being all out, having scored a total of 134 runs. This meant that they fell short of using their full quota of overs, but they still managed to set a target of 135 runs for the Police Team to chase. In response, the Police Team, Vavuniya, went into bat, needing 135 runs to win. However, they were all out after 43 overs, having scored only 127 runs. Since they fell short of the target and lost all their wickets, the University of Vavuniya won the match by 7 runs. Despite the close contest, the University of Vavuniya successfully defended their total, making for a competitive and exciting game. Both teams played with determination, but in the end, the University of Vavuniya emerged victorious.
