The Sri Lanka Sports Fiesta 2024, a milestone event poised to reform the nation\u2019s sporting landscape is set to kick off today in Colombo.
Organised by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs in association with the Ministry of Tourism this three-day extravaganza is the largest national sports event held in Sri Lanka and the first of its kind in South Asia.
Powered by Dialog Axiata PLC, the event promises an unforgettable experience for athletes and spectators alike, concluding on August 18.
Over 3,000 athletes will compete across seven major team sports – cricket, rugby, football, volleyball, netball, hockey and basketball -showcasing the country\u2019s top talent.
This unique event provides a platform for athletes to show their skills, compete at the highest level and inspire the next generation of sports enthusiasts.
T10 Cricket Tournament
the T10 Cricket Tournament will feature five teams at Thurstan College and Bloomfield grounds. Sri Lanka\u2019s national white-ball Captain Charith Asalanka will lead Colombo while Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dunith Wellalage, Niroshan Dickwella and Janith Liyanage will Captain Dambulla, Galle, Kandy, and Jaffna respectively.
Commander\u2019s Cup Rugby Tournament
The Air Force Commander\u2019s Cup Rugby Tournament 2024 will feature Men\u2019s, Women\u2019s, and U-16 Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 Teams, played across all three days at the Racecourse International Stadium. The Men\u2019s Tournament will see 12 clubs divided into Divisions \u2018A\u2019 and \u2018B\u2019 rival for the Cup, Shield and Bowl trophies.
Four teams will participate in the Women\u2019s Tournament and 14 schools will compete in the Under-16 category.
President\u2019s Gold Cup Hockey Tournament
The President\u2019s Gold Cup Hockey Tournament 2024 will take place at the Astro Turf in Colombo, with 17 teams in the Senior Men\u2019s category and 16 teams in the Women\u2019s Senior category. An Under-20 Tournament for Boys\u2019 and Girls\u2019 featuring 16 teams will also be held.
3×3 Basketball Championships
The 3×3 Basketball Championships 2024 will be held at the Sri Lanka Basketball Association\u2019s 3×3 Court in Colombo, featuring 24 Men\u2019s and 10 Women\u2019s Teams.
Mini Football Tournament
The Mini Football Tournament 2024 will be held at the Racecourse Grounds in Colombo, with 12 senior and six junior teams competing.
Each team will consist of five players with matches played under lights.
Youth Netball Championships
Twenty teams will compete in the Youth Netball Championships 2024 at the Torrington Grounds, with matches played on a league basis.
The organisers have exactly planned every detail to ensure the event\u2019s grand success. From carefully crafted match schedules to world-class facilities, every aspect is designed to foster competition and camaraderie. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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