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In the Men\u2019s category, the SL Army emerged and clinched the Championship title with a hard-fought 79-65 win over the SLAF in an intense and tactical final match. The SLAF men\u2019s team secured the Runners-up position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The occasion was graced by Rear Admiral HK Dassanaike as the Chief Guest. 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