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Standing (from left): Ayesha Witharama, Nadeeshan Somarathna, Mothilal Jayathilake (Head Coach), Roshane Moraes, Hiruni Jayasinghe, Hiran Fernando, Akindu Fernando, Adi Deshmukh, Ranganaa Wijesuriya, Dulina Seneviratne, Dimal Bandara, P. Vijayalan
Kneeling (from left): Rachitha Buddhika, Loki Thalagahage
Sri Lanka is set to mark a major milestone in its sporting history as a 15-member powerlifting delegation travelled to Thailand to compete at the prestigious Pro League World Powerlifting Championship taking place from 27-30 November in Bangkok, Thailand.
This is the first time Sri Lanka will field such a large and diverse group of athletes on a professional league platform, reflecting the rapid growth and rising competitiveness of powerlifting in the country.
This year’s Sri Lankan contingent includes one junior athlete, four female lifters, and 10 male competitors, representing the country across five divisions: Open Men, Open Women, Masters Men, Masters Women, and Junior.
The delegation comprises Ranganaa Wijesuriya, Ayesha Witharama, Nadeeshan Somarathna, Roshane Moraes, Hiruni Jayasinghe, Hiran Fernando, Akindu Fernando, Adi Deshmukh, Dulina Seneviratne, Dimal Bandara, P. Vijayalan, Rachitha Buddhika, and Loki Thalagahage, supported by Head Coach Mothilal Jayathilake.
The championship is expected to draw leading professional lifters from over 20 countries, creating one of the most competitive stages in international powerlifting. For Sri Lanka, it represents the most diverse team the country has ever fielded on a professional league stage that unites powerlifting, bodybuilding, arm wrestling, and fitness under one global event.
“This team showcases the entire powerlifting spectrum in Sri Lanka, from rising juniors to battle-tested masters,” said coach Mothilal Jayathilake. “Their drive, grit, and strength show just how far the sport has come in our country, and how far we’re ready to go.”
