We are immensely proud to announce that Umayanga Mihiran, a student of the Department of Biosystems Technology, Faculty of Technology, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, has made history at the ASBC Asian Elite Men and Women Boxing Championships 2024 in Chiang Mai, Thailand!
By defeating Malaysia’s top-ranked boxer, Umayanga secured Sri Lanka’s first elite male boxing medal since 1987, showcasing extraordinary skill and determination. At just 21 years old, he has already come close to Olympic qualification, proving himself as one of the nation’s finest boxing talents.
His remarkable achievement brings glory to Sri Lanka and shines a light on the incredible talent nurtured at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. We celebrate his hard work and dedication and look forward to his continued success in the ring! Congratulations, Umayanga!