Clash at Richmond - Mahinda Big match

Police used tear gas to control a tense situation during the Richmond-Mahinda annual big match in Galle this evening, police said.

Richmond College was granted victory over Mahinda College in their 109th encounter due to  crowd invasion.

Richmond College declared the innings for 257/9 while Mahinda scored only 128 and 126/9 respectively in both innings.

Referee decided to give the victory to Richmomd College.