HNB partners 92nd Battle of the Saints

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Hatton National Bank Vice President – Marketing & Corporate Communications Upul Adikari (left) and Brand Manager Ishara Thilakarathne (centre) present the Official Banking Partner sponsorship cheque to St. Joseph’s College Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi (second from left) and St. Peter’s College Rector Rev. Fr. Rohitha Rodrigo (second from right)

HNB PLC is the Official Banking Partner of the 92nd Battle of the Saints annual cricket encounter between St. Joseph’s College and St. Peter’s College.

The match will take place on 19 to 21 March at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC).

“The Battle of the Saints is a proud tradition that shows the spirit, discipline, and unity of Sri Lanka’s youth. At HNB, we are honoured to partner the 92nd edition of this iconic encounter. We firmly believe that school sports play a vital role in shaping confident leaders and resilient communities. Supporting platforms like this is part of our commitment to nurturing young talent and empowering the next generation of Sri Lankans to achieve their full potential,” said HNB Managing Director/CEO Damith Pallewatte.

HNB’s partnership with the event highlights its deep-rooted commitment to Sri Lanka’s school sports and youth development. Over the years, the bank has actively supported various educational and sporting initiatives, including HNB’s Student Savings Units, which have been instrumental in promoting financial literacy among school children. HNB has also introduced SmartPay digital banking solutions for schools, ensuring seamless fee payments and transactions for students, parents, and educational.