21st November 2023 21:10:35 Hours
The Army male boxers in the Clifford Cup Boxing Tournament-2023, organized by the Sri Lanka Boxing Association exhibited exceptional skills and determination, clinching an impressive tally of 10 gold medals, 5 silver medals, and 10 bronze medals during the tournament that got underway at Royal College Gymnasium during 13 -17 November 2023.
The event brought together a total of 116 male and 45 female athletes who fiercely contested within their respective weight classes and 17 island-wide Boxing Clubs competed in the matches for supremacy.
The Army female counterparts displayed their formidable abilities, securing 4 gold medals, 4 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal in the event.
Among smart performances, Lance Bombardier H.M.L.P Jayawardhana of Sri Lanka Artillery stood out as the epitome of excellence, earning the title of the 'Best Boxer’ of the tournament.
The Clifford Cup Boxing Tournament, win not only celebrated the strength and talents of the participants but also affirmed the enduring spirits of sportsmanship within the Sri Lankan boxing community.
