SLCC - Austria

A tough result, but plenty of positives to take forward. 💜🏏

After an aggressive start from Salzburg, our bowlers responded brilliantly to wrestle back control of the game. Sachin Fernando and Madhushan Thilina claimed 2 wickets each, while Sampath Suranga chipped in with another as the entire bowling unit showed great discipline to restrict Salzburg to 129/8, giving us an excellent chance in the chase. 👏

Chasing a modest target, we put ourselves under pressure with the loss of early wickets. Despite fighting efforts from Sachin Fernando (41), Naleen Malwaththage (31) and Sampath Suranga’s quick 21, disciplined bowling from the opposition meant we couldn’t build the partnerships needed, eventually falling 19 runs short.

The result wasn’t what we wanted, but the character shown by our bowling unit and the lessons learned from the chase will only make us stronger. We’ll regroup, improve, and come back ready for the next challenge. 💪💜

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A winning start to the 2026 league campaign! 🔥🏏

A disciplined bowling performance saw us restrict S-Eagles to 115/8 in 20 overs, with Madhushan Thilina and Susan Jayaweera picking up 2 wickets each, while the entire bowling unit kept the pressure on throughout the innings. 👏

The chase was then handled with composure by everyone including Sampath Suranga’s unbeaten 35 and valuable contributions from Susan Jayaweera and Asela Wijesinghe guided us to 116/3 in just 16.5 overs, securing a convincing 7-wicket victory. 🔥

One game down, many more challenges ahead🏏🇱🇰

A battle that showcased the heart of this team🦁🏏

After early wickets, Sachin Fernando anchored the innings with a magnificent 81, showing patience when it mattered before shifting gears and launching a stunning assault in the final overs. Sampath Suranga provided the perfect support with a much needed 21, rotating the strike and allowing the innings to flourish, while Susan Jayaweera added some runs in the middle as we posted a competitive 146/9👏

After the good start from opposition team the game began to slip away, Asela Wijesinghe captain leading from the front, producing a match-turning spell of 2/15 and setting the direction of the game with his energy and fielding. Madhushan Thilina with his 2/18 and Nalaka Rajapakse with his 1/25, built relentless pressure, striking at crucial moments to bring us right back into the contest. Defending 5 runs in the final over, Kumar Nimalan held his nerve brilliantly as the boys fought until the very last ball to earn a thrilling tie. 🔥

The result may say Match Tied, but what stood out most was the character shown by every player. Every single member of the team played their part, fought for one another, and never stopped believing. A performance full of resilience that makes everyone at SLCC proud. 💪🇱🇰

A statement victory against one of the strongest teams in the competition🏏🥂

A disciplined and attacking bowling performance saw us restrict Donaustadt CC to 162/8, with Kumar Nimalan and Susan Jayaweera claiming two wickets apiece, supported by a tight all-round bowling effort that kept the opposition within reach👏

The chase was defined by a match-winning 90-run partnership between Asela Wijesinghe (55) and Sachin Fernando (51*), who steadied the innings after early wickets before taking full control of the game. Sampath Suranga then finished the job in style with a cameo of 21 off just 11 balls, guiding us to a convincing 7-wicket victory with four balls to spare🔥

Defeating one of the league’s top side with this kind of fight is a testament to the character, composure, and belief shown by the entire squad. A complete team performance and another big step forward in our 2026 campaign💪🇱🇰

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🇱🇰 SLCC Welcomes Her Excellency, Ambassador Dayani Mendis

The Sri Lanka Cricket Club Austria (SLCC) was deeply honored to welcome Her Excellency Ambassador Dayani Mendis, the newly appointed Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Republic of Austria.

As Austria's largest Sri Lankan community organization, we were privileged to host Her Excellency's first gathering with the Sri Lankan community in Austria. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for meaningful discussions about strengthening community ties, promoting Sri Lankan culture, and supporting future initiatives together.

A special highlight of the occasion was the official launch of the brand-new SLCC website https://slcc-austria.com, ceremonially unveiled by Her Excellency. This marks an exciting new chapter in connecting our members and the wider Sri Lankan community across Austria.

We sincerely thank Her Excellency for her time, encouragement, and inspiring engagement with our community. We look forward to working closely with the Embassy of Sri Lanka to continue building a stronger and more united Sri Lankan community in Austria.

Swipe through the photos to relive the special moments!

More Details: https://slcc-austria.com/slcc-welcome-ambassador/

Today the executive committee and a few other officials of SLCC met the newly appointed Madam Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Austria, Her Excellency Ms. Dayani Mendis at the Embassy & Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka, Vienna. We reaffirmed our long-term relationship as the leading association representing the Sri Lankan community here in Austria. 🇱🇰🇦🇹

SLCC Austria Annual Club Trip 2026 🌊

The Sri Lanka Cricket Club (SLCC) Austria proudly hosted its Annual Club Trip 2026 from June 26-28, bringing together members, families, and children for an unforgettable weekend at Hotel Magnólia - Balatonszepezd, Hungary! 🇭🇺

This cherished annual tradition strengthens the bonds within our vibrant Sri Lankan community in Austria, creating lasting memories through friendship, relaxation, and togetherness. Families enjoyed quality time by the beautiful shores of Lake Balaton, while children participated in fun activities and games in a safe and joyful environment.

From shared meals and laughter to outdoor adventures and evening gatherings, this trip reflected what makes SLCC Austria more than just a cricket club - it's a family united by heritage, friendship, and a passion for bringing people together.

A heartfelt thank you to all our members and families who joined and made this trip a tremendous success! We can't wait to create even more unforgettable moments together.

📸 Relive the memories below!