The schoolboy cricketer selection module unveiled
Anew points system was formulated by the members of the Selection Committee of the Dialog 4G- the Sunday Times Schoolboy/Schoolgirl Cricketer of the Year 2019, headed by the versatile Jayantha Seneviratne, at a special meeting held on November 8, at the NCC Boardroom in Colombo.
The intended points system, which allows players and teams a fair passage to earn a deserving award, was finalised upon serious and lengthy round of discussions by the attended members. The meeting was chaired by Seneviratne and assisted by cricket guru Carlton Bernadus, who brought up vital points. Independent member Lakshman Ranasinghe was also present.
Representing the Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association, its General Secretary Dilshan de S i l va, Treasurer Nihal Fernando and the Under- 19 Tournament Secretary Kamal Indrajith were present. From the Association of Cricket Umpires of Sri Lanka, its General Secretary Rohitha Kottachchi, Vice President Duminda Cooray and Wasantha Ariyawickrama made their presence.
In addition Event Consultant Ajit Bodinagoda, Deputy Editor - Sports of the Sunday Times S.R. Pathiravithana and representing Dialog Axiata PLC, its Unit Manager - Sports Riyad Riffai were present as observers.
The points system, published below will also be published in the Sinhala Daily Lankadeepa as well as the official website of the Sunday Times, www.sundaytimes. lk for reference of the schools, coaches and players.