Hayleys crowned Mercantile T10 champs
In a commanding display of power-hitting and disciplined bowling, Hayleys Group clinched the Mercantile T10 Championship 2025, defeating CDB by 24 runs in a high-intensity final held at the CCC ground.
Batting first, Hayleys piled up an imposing 149-2 in their 10 overs, led by a sensational unbeaten 61 off 26 balls from Minod Bhanuka, who anchored the innings. He was ably supported by Lahiru Samarakoon, who bludgeoned 45 off just 12 deliveries, showcasing the depth and firepower of the Hayleys batting order.
Minod Bhanuka was named Man of the Final
Earlier contributions from Lahiru Dawatage (22/7) and Yuthika Silva (14 off 16) gave Hayleys the perfect platform, ending their innings with the highest team score of the tournament. In response, CDB fought valiantly but could only manage 125 for 7, unable to break free from the pressure applied by the Hayleys bowling unit. Lahiru Samarakoon was once again in the spotlight, this time with the ball, claiming two wickets for 23 runs and capping off a brilliant all-round performance. Inuka Karannagoda (1/4), Kalana Perera (1/16) and Kavishka Anjula (1/29) delivered tight spells to choke the opposition’s momentum.
The final victory over CDB capped off an impressive run for Hayleys in the tournament, with earlier wins over DPMC ‘A’, DFCC, and Sampath Bank, each match reflecting the team’s depth, strategy and composure under pressure.
Hayleys captain Ramesh Mendis lifts the Mercantile T10 trophy