Dialog Axiata PLC announces the launch of the 2025 Dialog Big Match Season, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing young cricketing talent and preserving the cherished traditions of school cricket.
This year, Dialog will sponsor seven prestigious Big Matches, featuring 14 distinguished schools competing for legacy, pride, and sporting excellence.
As March approaches, excitement will sweep across the island as past and present students come together to celebrate this timeless tradition.
At the forefront of the season is the 146th Battle of the Blues, the world’s second-oldest Big Match, where S. Thomas' College, Mount Lavinia, and Royal College will battle for supremacy at the Sinhalese Sports Club on 6, 7 and 8 March.
Following this historic encounter, the Mustangs Trophy will captivate audiences on 15 March.
Other highly anticipated matchups include the 91st Battle of the Saints, where St. Joseph's College and St. Peter's College will clash on 3, 4 and 5 April, followed by their One Day encounter on 26 April at SSC.
The 120th Lovers’ Quarrel between Richmond College and Mahinda College will take place on 3, 4 and 5 April at the Galle International Stadium, with the One Day Match on 11 April.
Meanwhile, the 118th Battle of the Maroons will unfold in the hill country, as Dharmaraja College and Kingswood College compete on 4, 5 and 6 April, followed by their One Day Match on 19 April at Pallekele.
The 41st Battle of the Rocks between St. Anne's College and Maliyadeva College will be played on 28 and 29 March, culminating in the One Day Match on 30 March at Welagedara Stadium.
Adding to the excitement, the 108th Battle of the Golds will see St. Patrick's College take on Jaffna College on 27 and 28 March, with the One Day encounter on 1 April at St. Patrick's College grounds.
The season will continue with the 73rd Battle of the Golds, where Sri Sumangala College and Moratuwa Maha Vidyalaya will compete at the Moratuwa De Soysa Grounds on 28, 29 and 30 March, followed by the One Day Match on 6 April.