A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to officially extend the Mahinda-Richmond Lovers’ Quarrel cricket match from its traditional two-day format to a continuous three-day encounter starting in 2025 will be signed tomorrow (16) at 5.30 p.m. at the Olcott Hall of Mahinda College, Galle.

The MOU will be signed by Mahinda College Principal Janaka Peduruhewa and Richmond College Principal P.S. Pushpakumara in collaboration with the secretaries of the Old Boys’ Associations (OBAs) of both schools. Witnesses to the signing will include the secretaries of the School Development Societies of both institutions.

The event will be attended by distinguished alumni who have represented Sri Lanka in international cricket. Champaka Ramanayake of Richmond College and Upul Chandana of Mahinda College will attend as the Chief Guests.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva will join the event as a special guest, accompanied by officials from SLC, deputy principals in charge of sports, cricket masters-in-charge, teaching staff, executive members of the OBA, representatives of the School Development Societies, past and present cricketers, cricket coaches, and members of the joint committees of both schools.

The 120th edition of the iconic Lovers’ Quarrel is scheduled to take place from 3-5 April 2025 at the Galle International Cricket Stadium. This historic three-day match will be hosted by Mahinda College, continuing the longstanding tradition of camaraderie and competition between the two schools.

The signing of this MOU marks a significant milestone in the evolution of this prestigious cricketing event, ensuring its continued growth and prominence in the sporting calendar.