S. Thomas’ College wins 140th Battle of the Blues
March 9, 2019 04:51 pm
S. Thomas’ College, Colombo won the 140th Battle of the Blues annual school cricket encounter after beating Royal College, Colombo by 7 wickets in Colombo on Saturday.
The 140th Battle of the Blues between Royal College and S. Thomas’ College kicked off on the 7th of March (Thursday).
Royal College were bowled out for 158 in the first innings while S. Thomas’ College replied with 296. Royal then scored 259 in their second innings, setting S. Thomas’ a target of 124 to win the annual ‘Big Match’ cricket encounter.
S. Thomas’ College (124/3 in 2nd innings) reached the target with 7 wickets in hand.
Thomians win the shield after 12 long years.
