HNB shines at 39th MBA Team Championship
The victorious HNB shuttle team
Hatton National Bank (HNB) emerged victorious, securing the prestigious title at the 39th MBA Team Championship at the Mercantile Badminton Association (MBA) courts blazing with stirring action. The prestigious annual Team Championship attracted a remarkable grouping of corporate talents from across the nation as the event proved to be a spectacular showcase of badminton prowess, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.
A whopping 50 teams from the corporate sector, represented by a staggering 189 teams, made this championship one of the largest and most fiercely contested corporate badminton tournaments to date. With a total of over 1,800 entries, the event highlighted the expanding interest and enthusiasm for badminton among professionals.
In a thrilling climax to the championship, the top five corporate teams distinguished themselves on the court, with each displaying remarkable skills and resilience. Ultimately, it was HNB with 206 points won the title with a marginal nine points ahead of Hayleys, who finished second with 197 points, while Seylan Bank came in at third, followed by MAS and Commercial Bank.
The awards presentation was decorated by the chief guest Shevan Daniel, the Group Director of Capital Maharaja and the guest of honour Thilina Wewalpanawa along with the President Mercantile Badminton Association, Roshan Fernando.
The winners were not only presented with trophies and medals but also earned the admiration of their peers and fans for their exemplary sportsmanship and dedication to the sport. This competition celebrated more than just athleticism; it showcased the values of teamwork, discipline, and the competitive spirit that drive the corporate world.