Watch: Greens Clinch SLC T20 League Title in High-Scoring Final

The SLC Greens were crowned champions of the SLC T20 League 2025, defeating the SLC Greys by 23 runs in a thrilling final held at the SSC Grounds in Colombo today (August 16).

Winning the toss and electing to bat, the Greens' top order put on a dominant display, posting a commanding total of 189 for 4. Opener Kusal Mendis led the charge with a blistering 77 off just 47 balls, including 5 fours and 5 sixes. He was well-supported by Sadeera Samarawickrama, who hammered an unbeaten 49 from 29 deliveries. Captain Kamindu Mendis also played a pivotal role, adding a quickfire 42 runs from 23 balls to boost the team's total. For the Greys, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 45 runs.

In pursuit of 190, the Greys started strongly but were unable to maintain the momentum. Niroshan Dickwella provided a quick start with a brisk 50 from 28 balls, while Dinesh Chandimal scored a fluent 36. However, the Greens' bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, with Chamika Karunaratne leading the attack with 3 wickets for just 24 runs in his 4 overs. Dushmantha Chameera and Kamindu Mendis also made key contributions, picking up 2 wickets each to restrict the Greys to 166 for 8 at the end of their innings.

The comprehensive bowling performance ensured the Greens secured the victory and lifted the SLC T20 League trophy. (NewsCenter)

Match Summary: Toss-Greens Greens - 189/4 (20) Kusal Mendis - 77 Sadeera Samarawickrama - 49 Kamindu Mendis - 42

Greys - 166/8 (20) Niroshan Dickwella - 50 Dinesh Chandimal - 36