61st Battle of the Brothers Thurstan, Isipathana - A tame draw

 National player Pathum Nissanka was recognised for his contribution to Sri Lanka Cricket by the Isipathana College OBA at the fixture

By M. Shamil Amit

The 61st Battle of the Brothers between traditional rivals Thurstan and Isipathana ended in a tame draw at the SSC ground yesterday. The highlights of the match were an all-round performance by Thurstan skipper Vihas Thewmika, who made a top score of 77 and bagged six scalps, and a knock of 102 by Tharushka Ashel for Isipathana.

The second day’s play saw Thurstan, resuming from their overnight score of 53/1, go on to make 253/8 declared in reply to Isipathana’s score of 250/9 declared. Isipathana batting the second time ended the day on 113/1.