CDB Retains Championship Crown at MCA T10

Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) lit up the CCC Grounds on June 28th, retaining the championship of the MCA T10 Cricket Tournament, further etching its record of being unbeaten and showcasing its signature persona of being determined and unstoppable.

Sealing the title without a single loss in the tournament from the first ball to the final cheer, Team CDB skippered by Tharindu Rathnayaka with Vice Captain Dunith Wellalage, both national players, showcased the calibre of a champion side.

Coached by national player Oshadha Fernando, CDB combined star power with relentless team spirit – the perfect combination of experience and youthful energy. CDB’s performance was not just about individual brilliance but about a collective drive that mirrors CDB’s corporate ethos of perseverance, leadership, and excellence.

The final match against the Abans Group was a fitting climax. Chasing 116, CDB powered to 120/4 in just 8.4 overs, sealing victory by six wickets. Vishad Randika rose to the occasion as Player of the Final. Nuwan Thushara’s consistent bowling prowess, including a hat trick — 2 overs, 11 runs, 4 wickets during the semi-finals — earned him the Best Bowler accolade.

This unbeaten run was more than a cricketing triumph. It was a statement by CDB of its dedication to excellence, which extends beyond financial services into fostering a high-performance culture through sports. The championship reinforced the company's reputation as a leader in the financial sector while celebrating employee engagement, wellness, and community spirit.

About CDB

Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) is the fourth largest Non-Bank Financial Institution in Sri Lanka and is recognised as one of the most innovative financial institutions in the country. Its strong commitment to sustainability, corporate governance, accountability and transparency, CDB’s corporate stewardship also encompasses disrupting the financial services industry with far-reaching technological innovations and cutting-edge financial solutions.