SLT-Mobitel, PEO SPORTS and BASL power National Boxing Championship

Sri Lanka’s boxing community celebrated a monumental achievement with the successful hosting of the 97th National Boxing Championship, held from 23rd to 26th January.
This historic event, in collaboration with the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), took place for the first time at the iconic outdoor venue of Galle Face Green in Colombo, marking a new chapter in the nation’s sporting history. 
SLT-Mobitel, PEOTV and PEO SPORTS served as the official TV broadcasters for the event. The championship was aired LIVE in True HD quality on PEO SPORTS 1 channels (HD - CH. 323, SD - CH. 150), bringing every moment of the action to boxing fans across Sri Lanka. 
Additionally, viewers could watch the tournament LIVE and free of charge through the PEO MOBILE App, making it accessible to audiences nationwide. Additionally, every match was streamed LIVE on the PEO SPORTS Facebook page and YouTube channel. The live stream received over Nine million views, allowing boxing enthusiasts from around the world to experience every moment of excitement.
Ruchira Weerakoon, Chief Officer - PEOTV commented, “As a proud partner of the 97th National Boxing Championship, SLT-Mobitel PEOTV is honoured to support the growth and recognition of Sri Lankan boxing on the global stage. 

The landmark event, held at the iconic Galle Face Green in Colombo, underscores the power of collaboration between national institutions, international sporting bodies, and also showcased the incredible talent and dedication of Sri Lanka’s athletes. It also highlighted the importance of sports in uniting and inspiring our nation. At PEOTV, we are committed to empowering such events through our cutting-edge technology, ensuring that fans across the country can access live coverage in True HD quality through our PEO SPORTS platform.”
Dr. Anuruddha Shanaka, President of the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), said, “This championship represents a huge milestone for Sri Lankan boxing. It’s about celebrating the talent of our athletes and providing them with a platform to achieve even greater success. Beyond showcasing our national talent, this event is a crucial step toward securing Olympic qualification and medals at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, as part of our ‘Road to LA28’ project.”
The 97th National Boxing Championship also plays a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s goal of establishing itself as a hub for international boxing.