Sport · Sri Lanka Bureau
Richmond edges closer to quarter-finals with victory over Maris Stella
Richmond College secured their third consecutive win in the Under-19 Division I Tier A Limited Overs Tournament, defeating Maris Stella College by nine runs under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method. The victory at the Army Grounds in Karandeniya has bolstered their chances of advancing to the knockout stages.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Richmond College moved within touching distance of the quarter-finals of the Under-19 Division I Tier A Limited Overs Tournament after a narrow nine-run victory over Maris Stella College, Negombo, on Monday. The match, played at the Army Grounds in Karandeniya, was decided using the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method due to weather interruptions.
The win marked Richmond's third straight triumph in the tournament, establishing them as strong contenders in the competition. With successive victories now under their belt, the college has significantly strengthened its position in the standings and appears well-positioned to secure qualification for the quarter-finals stage.
The Duckworth-Lewis-Stern adjustment proved decisive in determining the outcome, highlighting the unpredictable nature of limited-overs cricket when weather plays a factor. Richmond's ability to perform under such challenging circumstances suggests the team possesses the resilience required for the knockout stages ahead.
As the tournament progresses, Richmond will be looking to maintain momentum in their remaining group matches to secure an unassailable position in the competition.