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95th Battle of the Maroons: Final day
The 95th Battle of the Maroons, the annual cricket encounter between Ananda College and Nalanda College, concludes today (02) at the SSC Grounds.
The three-day match, which began on February 28, has seen competitive performances from both teams.
Match Highlights:
Ananda College: Batting first, Ananda declared their innings at 324/6, with Dineth Sellaperuma scoring a century (131 runs).
Nalanda College: In their reply, Nalanda ended the second day at 58/0, with captain Sadev Samarasinghe and Nadul Jayalath remaining unbeaten.
The historic match, known for its vibrant atmosphere and rich cricketing legacy, has drawn large crowds of supporters from both schools.
The final day promises an exciting finish as Nalanda aims to chase down Ananda’s total.
The Battle of the Maroons, first played in 1924, is one of Sri Lanka’s most prestigious school cricket matches, having produced numerous national cricketers over the years.
