Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Mr. Kumar Sangakkara led an experience-based learning session for
personnel of the Eastern Naval Command at the Naval and Maritime Academy in Trincomalee on 23 August
2026. The Commander of the Navy Vice Admiral Damian Fernando was also present at the event.
Drawing on his own experiences, Mr. Sangakkara shared insights with naval personnel on achieving their
professional and personal goals, both during their naval careers and in civilian life. The session also included
an interactive session, providing an opportunity for naval personnel to exchange views and engage in
discussion with the former national captain. He also observed a cricket tournament held at the Naval and
Maritime Academy during this visit.
Deputy Chief of Staff of the Navy and Commander Eastern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Buddhika
Liyanagamage, along with senior and junior officers from ships and establishments from the Eastern Naval
Command, officers undergoing training at the Naval and Maritime Academy, and a group of senior and junior
sailors attended the event. A memento was also presented to Mr. Kumar Sangakkara to mark this occasion.
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