Colombo Hockey League 2025 – Turf Battles & Glory Chases

Match Days: 28th & 29th June | Venue: Colombo International Hockey Ground

The sun blazed down on a packed weekend of elite hockey as the 2025 Colombo League Tournament roared to life. With history stitched into every blade of grass—from the legacy of the Andriez Shield to the rise-and-grind of the Pioneer Shield—teams clashed, scorers blazed, and fans soaked in the pulse of Sri Lankan hockey at its finest.

While every division had its heroes, A Division (Andriez Shield) stole the spotlight with thunderous finishes, clinical executions, and individual brilliance that lit up the turf—four of those showdowns even streamed live on ThePapare.com, bringing nationwide attention to Colombo’s hockey theatre.

Let’s relive every twist, goal, and gasp from a truly unforgettable weekend.

ANDRIEZ SHIELD – Men’s A Division: Where Legends Rise

Old Nalanda’s Statement Win (7-0 vs Old Presidents HC – 28 June)

Bodika, the Old Nalandian talisman, delivered a five-goal masterpiece (9′, 15′, 29′, 56′, 58′) in a match that felt more like a training drill than a contest. Supported by Chinthana (14′) and Vimukthi (33′), Old Nalanda fired an ominous warning to their rivals—they’re not just here to compete, they’re here to conquer.

CH & FC Edge Nail-Biter Against Old Nalandians (3-2 – 29 June)

In arguably the highlight of the weekend, Damitha (15’, 52’) and Menula (39’) overpowered Bodika’s early brace (7’, 37’) to deliver a pulsating 3-2 win. This clash of giants had fans on the edge of their seats—and lived up to every bit of its Andriez Shield billing.

BRC’s Ten-Goal Takedown (10-0 vs Old Presidents – 29 June)

Dananjaya exploded with five goals (10′, 32′, 39′, 50′, 57′), while Dilshan (34′, 60′), Senan (42′, 44′), and Lahiru (59′) added to the rout.

Royal College Surprises CR & FC (4-2 – 29 June)

The foreign import from India, Harshdeep, was simply unplayable, bagging four goals (30′, 38′, 41′, 50′) and steering Royal to a shock victory. CR’s early strikes from Sachintha (6′) and Nalaka (58′) weren’t enough.

CR & FC Holds Off Old Senanayakians (4-2 – 28 June)

Nalaka (10′), Lifan (23′, 35′), and Mario (57′) secured a win for CR. Cramer (37′) and Abeyrathna (53′) kept OSHC in touch.

Old Senanayakians Bounce Back in Style (7-3 vs Old Zahira – 29 June)

Cramer (5′, 12′, 53′) and Abeyrathna (10′, 59′) led the revival, with Amodh (19′) and Dhishan (39′) sealing the deal.

CH & FC Outclasses Old Zahira (5-2 – 28 June)

Menula (14′), Tiran (20′, 24′), Damith (47′), and Kushan (48′) powered CH & FC to victory.

PIONEER SHIELD – Men’s B Division: Rising Heat

Old Bens Crush CR & FC – B (4-0 – 29 June)

Clive (4′), Gayan (12′, 30′), and Andrew (40′) delivered a flawless performance.

Gymkhana Overpowers Old Thomians (5-1 – 29 June)

Senol (13′, 32′), Lewke (21′, 58′) and Upul (29′) dominated. Thomians’ only reply came from K.D.S. Perera (52′).

Old Wesleyites Breeze Past Royal – B (5-2 – 28 June)

Imaad (14′), Shakeel (15′), Abdullah (19′), Harris (38′), and Rickey (42′) made easy work of the match.

Old Joes Outplay Colombo Colts – M (4-2 – 29 June)

Aba (41′), Methushel (43′, 51′), and Bright (46′) turned it around after Madhushan’s brace (28′, 58′).

Women’s Division: Dominance & Rising Stars

Young Ladies Humble Colts (6-0 – 29 June)

Chathurika led with a hat-trick (34′, 52′, 54′), supported by Durga (22′), Amasha (42′), and Jayanethi (44′).

BRC’s Powerhouse Performance (4-1 vs Visakha – 28 June)

Chanudi’s hat-trick (22′, 30′, 52′) and Sandali’s strike (33′) stole the show.

Nomads Double Duty: Mixed Fortunes

Lost to Colts (0-1 – 28 June): Senuthi scored the lone goal (49′).
Bounced back vs University of Moratuwa (2-0 – 29 June): Minuth (3′) and Minodi (17′) scored early.

C Division Highlights: Grit and Growth

BRC – B edged Royal – C (2-1)

Dulanka (18′) and Rahul (52′) sealed the deal.

CH & FC – B blanked Uni of Moratuwa (3-0)

Koralage (9′), Shammika (43′), and Charitha (56′) led the scoring.

Off the Field: Sponsors Shine, Fans Roar

Sponsor Event and Live Telecast

On 29th June, all match-day sponsors were honored in a vibrant Sponsor Introduction Ceremony held at Colombo International Hockey Ground. Four key A Division matches were also broadcast live on ThePapare.com, amplifying the weekend’s energy.

Final Whistle: What We Saw

Standout Moments

Bodika’s five-goal day
Harshdeep’s foreign flair
Dananjaya’s 10-0 destruction
Chathurika and Chanudi dominating the women’s field
Cramer and Abeyrathna anchoring Old Senanayaka’s resurgence