The 94th BASL (Boxing Association of Sri Lanka) Men’s and Women’s Clifford Cup Boxing Championship will take place from December 18 to 22, at Sahas Uyana, Kandy. Matches will commence daily at 2:00 pm, bringing together Sri Lanka’s finest boxers for a thrilling display of skill, strength, and sportsmanship.
The tournament will adhere to IBA (International Boxing Association) rules effective from March 3, 2024, ensuring a world-class standard of competition. This prestigious event is the second major BASL tournament hosted outside Colombo this year, following the successful Layton Cup semifinals and finals held at Negombo Beach Park in October.
The competition includes multiple weight categories for both men and women.
Men (13): Minimum 46-48 kg Fly 48-51 kg, Bantam 51-54 kg, Feather 54-57 kg, Light 57-60 kg, Light Welter 60-63.5 kg, Welter 63.5-67 kg, Light Middle 67-71 kg, Middle 71-75 kg, Light Heavy 75-80 kg, Cruiser 80-86 kg, Heavy 86-92 kg, Super Heavy Over 92 kg.
Women (12): Minimum 45-48 kg Light Fly 48-50 kg, Fly 50-52 kg, Bantam 52-54 kg, Feather 54-57 kg, Light 57-60 kg, Light Welter 60-63 kg, Welter 63-66 kg, Light Middle 66-70 kg, Middle 70-75 kg, Light Heavy 75-81 kg, Heavy Over 81 kg.
The tournament is open to male and female boxers aged 19 to 40 years.
Eligible participants include gold and silver medalists of the Novice, Intermediate, and Stubbs Shield Championships; gold medalists of the Junior National Boxing Championships; and competitors in previous Layton Cup, Clifford Cup, or National Championships.
Novice boxers are not eligible. Women with any medal from schools’ tournaments may participate if they meet age criteria.
The technical meeting and official draw will be held on December 17, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Sahas Uyana, Kandy.
Entries close today.
The Sri Lanka Army Men’s team and the Sri Lanka Air Force Women’s team emerged as the standout champions at the 93rd Clifford Cup Boxing Championship, held at the Royal MAS Arena.
The Army showcased their dominance in the 13-weight class men’s division, claiming an impressive nine gold medals, two silvers, and one bronze to secure the Clifford Cup. The Navy took second place with one gold, four silvers, and four bronzes, while the Air Force rounded out the top three with one gold, one silver, and three bronzes.
In the women’s division, the Air Force team excelled, winning the Dian Gomes Challenge Trophy after earning five gold medals and two bronzes in the 11-weight class competition. The Army team followed closely, finishing second with four gold medals and two silvers, while the Navy secured third place with one gold, one silver, and one bronze.
Among the individual highlights, H.M.L.P. Jayawardana of the Army was named the Best Boxer in the men’s category for his outstanding performance in the Light Flyweight (Under 48kg) final, where he secured a unanimous decision victory against D.H. Thisarachchi from Back2Fit.
In the women’s category, K.K.I.T. Perera of the Air Force delivered an equally impressive performance in the Featherweight (Under 57kg) final, defeating MDP Manathunga of the Army with a unanimous decision to claim the Best Boxer award.
The 94th BASL Clifford Cup promises five days of intense, high-calibre boxing action, showcasing Sri Lanka’s top talent. Fans and enthusiasts are encouraged to witness this electrifying tournament as Kandy becomes the epicenter of the nation’s boxing scene.
