October 22, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has extended financial assistance of Rs. 5 million to support the national carrom team as they prepare to compete in the Sixth Carrom World Cup, set to take place in San Francisco, USA, from November 10 to 17.
The funds were officially handed over by SLC Treasurer Sujeewa Godaliyadda during a ceremony at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The event saw the participation of Prime Minister and Sports Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who offered her best wishes and encouragement to the Sri Lankan team ahead of their international challenge.
The financial aid highlights SLC’s broader commitment to supporting sports beyond cricket, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of promoting diverse disciplines on the global stage.
The national carrom team, comprising eight players and led by team manager Ranil Abeysinghe, will represent Sri Lanka in the prestigious tournament.
Among the male players are Mohammad Shaheed, Anas Ahmed, Kaveen Nimneth Peiris, and Dinesh Nishantha Fernando. On the women’s side, Joseph Roshitha Vaduge, Hirushi Malshani Peiris, Tarushi Himahansika Weerasekera, and Thasmila Kavindi will showcase their skills.
This year’s World Cup marks a significant milestone for the Sri Lankan team as they aim to bring home accolades in a competition that attracts top carrom talent from around the globe.
With a combination of experience and youthful energy, the team is set to make their mark in San Francisco, backed by the nation’s confidence and the recent financial boost from SLC.
