The 83rd National Wrestling Championship 2025 concluded successfully from 21 January to 23 January 2026, at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, Colombo marking a significant milestone for SLAF Wrestling with a notable dual championship victory in both the men’s and women’s categories.
The prestigious national event was held under the patronage of the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage and was attended by the President of the National Wrestling Federation and it’s Vice President, Air Commodore Erandika Gunawardena along with other distinguished invitees. The championship featured 10 leading teams from across the country, with 170 wrestlers competing in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
The Director Sports and the Chairman SLAF Wrestling, Air Commodore Prabhath Dissanayake, Secretary SLAF Wrestling, Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura, Assistant Secretaries of both Men’s and Women’s Teams, Group Captain Sampath Jayatilake and Flying Officer Duruthu Jayatilake were present to witness the championship, extending their support and encouragement to the SLAF wrestling teams during the competition.
In the men’s category, the Sri Lanka Air Force team secured first place with a total of 34.5 points, winning the national championship after a lapse of 25 years, marking a significant achievement for SLAF Wrestling.
The women’s team continued their dominance, claiming the championship for the 13th consecutive time with a commanding 51 points, once again finishing first overall.
The ‘Best Loser’ Awards were awarded to Karunasena HMN in the women’s category and Leading Aircraftman Perera LADT in the men’s category for their notable performances
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