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Winfield Sports deliver groundbreaking 3D VR Signage during the Indian tour of Sri Lanka – July 2021

Winfield Sports (Pvt ) Limited, Sri Lanka’s premier sports branding and marketing organisation with a 22-year pedigree delivered another first and groundbreaking commercial 3D VR (Virtual) signage branding during the recently concluded Indian ODI and T20I Series in Sri Lanka. 3D VR was tested successfully during the “Nidahas Trophy” Tri Series in March 2018, and this was first in cricket globally. Another successful testing was done in Dheradun, India in June 2018 during Bangladesh and Afghanistan series. Soon after an opportunity was given to test at the ICC Women’s T20 WC, Antigua, West Indies in November 2018.
The highlight of their journey thus far has been the International Cricket Council (ICC) appointing Winfield Sports, Sri Lanka as their preferred vendor to deliver 3D Signs for ICC MT20 Qualifiers 2019 in the United Arab Emirates – October to November 2019 at two key International Cricket Stadiums. This made Winfield Sports the first and only Company in Sri Lanka to be engaged for an assignment of this nature by the ICC. It was a great achievement to be validated by ICC and the project was delivered successfully in compliance with all the strict protocols outlined. This is a giant step and needless to mention a big feather on their cap.
The team comprises of committed and passionate young robotic engineers who settle for nothing but the best. 6 years of tireless days and nights of research and development (R&D) is the result of presenting a truly and perfect 3D VR technology. Winfield VR is a home integrated technology and many features being developed to make it a preferred solution for Sponsors and Broadcasters. The continuance to improvise and include other finer points in taking this technology to the next level is now the key focus for the team.
3D VR technology is not limited to cricket but any other sport including other live or prerecorded events.
3D Virtual Signage is the way forward in this challenging and difficult period and addresses the many limitations presently faced. In implementing 3D VR signs the footprint at the venue is minimal and causes no harm or damage to the grass on the ground, ticking the essential box of being environmentally friendly. There is no impact due to adverse weather, no danger or hindrance to players and adds immense value to the Ground Right Holders, Broadcasters and Sponsors.
It opens many doors of opportunities to the Ground Advertising Rights Holder to have multiple sponsors and the invaluable flexibility of introducing the signage content an hour before play. 3D VR also provides the advantage to the sponsor in being able to replace signs at periodic intervals during the same match. The possibility of placing a total of eight or nine signs at the near end and good visibility for the far end signs as well.
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BCB to follow government directive before finalising Pakistan tour

The BCB has said that they will rely on the Bangladesh government’s directive before finalising their tour to Pakistan later this month. Bangladesh were originally scheduled to play five T20Is there from May 25 to June 3, but the PSLs schedule was revised following cross-border tensions between Pakistan and India.
According to the revised fixtures, the PSL final will now be held on May 25, when Pakistan and Bangladesh were originally scheduled to play the first T20I.
ESPNcricinfo has learned that the PCB has sent a new schedule for the T20Is between Pakistan and Bangladesh, with the first match now slotted for May 27, and the last on June 5.
BCB’s media committee chairman Iftekhar Rahman said they will rely on information from government security agencies and the Bangladesh high commission in Islamabad to take the final decision.
“Once we receive official communication about the dates and venues [of the tour], we will forward it to the government,” Rahman said. “The BCB is not the decision-maker in this matter. If the government agencies and our embassy declare Pakistan safe for travel, only then will we proceed.
“In our previous meeting, we agreed that any such situation would be referred to the foreign and home ministries. Once we get clearance from all relevant bodies, we will finalise the tour. Security concerns were more significant in the past, but Pakistan has proven it can ensure safety. Still, given the current circumstances, we need to assess whether the situation across the country is stable before sending the team.”
Before playing Pakistan, Bangladesh are scheduled to play two T20Is against UAE in Sharjah on May 17 and 19. They were then supposed to fly to Lahore on May 21.
[Cricinfo]
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Apna wins third title at 110th Colombo Championships

Apna Perera won his third title of the 110th Colombo Championships as he partnered Dhilvan Herath to beat Dumindu Dilum and Chehan Fernando in the open men’s doubles final.
Apna and Dhilvan registered 6-2, 6-2 win in the final.
Apna, the open men’s singles champion, was also the winner of the mixed doubles which was played according to round robin method. In the mixed doubles Apna partnered Inuki Jayaweera.
Results
Men’s doubles semi-finals
Apna Perera and Dhilvan Herath beat Ashen Silva and Lithum Jayabandu 6-1, 6-2
Dumindu Dilum and Chehan Fernando beat Methika Wickramasinghe and Vichinthya Nilaweera 6-3, 2-6, 10-4.
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Sri Lanka Cricket conducts fast bowling talent search in Polonnaruwa

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) recently carried out a Fast Bowling Talent Search program in the Polonnaruwa District as part of its ongoing efforts to identify and nurture emerging cricketing talent across the country.
The program, held at the Royal College Ground, Polonnaruwa, attracted over 60 promising young players—both boys and girls—including school cricketers of the district. Each participant underwent skill assessments to evaluate their fast bowling potential.
Following the evaluations, 20 talented bowlers were selected for further development.
The selected players will now receive structured training under the guidance of Provincial coaches of Sri Lanka Cricket, with a focus on refining their techniques and enhancing their overall performance.
Those who continue to demonstrate consistent improvement will be given the opportunity to join SLC’s district squads, thereby becoming part of the official National Pathway Program.
This initiative is a part of SLC’s ‘Cricket Gamata’, program which aims to find talent from rural areas across Sri Lanka.
The talent assessments were conducted by Lasantha Lakmin, SLC Talent Scout for the North Central and North Western Provinces; Lakshitha Herath, North Central Provincial Women’s Coach; and Saman Senanayake, North Central Provincial Fast Bowling Coach.
The event was organized by the North Central Provincial Cricket Association under the guidance of Sri Lanka Cricket. It was managed by Krishan Anandakumar, Manager of the Center of Excellence, Dambulla.
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