Wesley stuns Nalanda to claim Under-19 cricket final spot

Wesley College has booked their place in the final of the Under-19 Division I Tier 'A' Limited Overs Cricket Tournament after a decisive six-wicket victory over favourites Nalanda College at Ananda Mawatha on Tuesday.

The result marks a significant milestone for Wesley, who have been rebuilding their cricket programme under the stewardship of coach Dilshan Mendis. The performance demonstrated the progress being made within the college's youth development framework.

The upset triumph over Nalanda, who entered the match as clear favourites, showcases Wesley's growing competitive strength in schoolboy cricket. The victory has set up a final appearance for the college side, underlining their resurgence in the domestic tournament structure.

The tournament continues to provide a platform for emerging talent in Sri Lankan youth cricket, with Wesley's advancement highlighting the depth of competition across the division's top tier.