Okanagan Valley Cricket Club

Match 24 | ECL - Elite Cricket League Interior BC
Nelson Cricket Club vs Okanagan Valley Cricket Club
Revelstoke, BC | May 24, 2026

Congratulations to OVCC on their win. Well played by both teams.

What a day of Cricket 🏏 ECL game between vs Okanagan Valley Cricket Club. Special Thanks to our Pramu Photography

🏏 ECL 2026 Match Summary 🏏

Today’s Elite Cricket League encounter between Okanagan Valley Cricket Club and Nelson Cricket Club took place at Centennial Park, Revelstoke BC. Nelson CC won the toss and invited OVCC to bat first.

OVCC got off to a strong start with a brilliant opening partnership of 93 runs. Rajiv Niroshan played a magnificent innings of 51 (56) while Ishan Kularatne anchored the innings with a composed 42 (82). After the solid start, the middle order struggled against the disciplined Nelson bowling attack led by Sambhav Jain (4 wickets) and Subu Gonella Visweswara (3 wickets).

However, OVCC’s lower order stepped up when it mattered most. Thejan De Zoysa 31 (41) and Duminda 12 (21) built a crucial 40-run partnership to push the total to 183/8 in 40 overs.

In reply, Nelson CC’s batting lineup collapsed under an outstanding bowling performance from OVCC. Nelson were bowled out for just 71 runs, giving OVCC a commanding 112-run victory.

🔥 OVCC Bowling Highlights:
• Sandesh Ariyawansa – 4 wickets
• Lally Dilwar – 2 wickets
• Asmitha Edirisinghe – 2 wickets
• Alex – 1 wicket
• Ishan Kularatne – 1 wicket

🏆 Man of the Match: Sandesh Ariyawansa
🎖️ Best Performance Medal: Rajiv Niroshan

A complete team effort from OVCC to secure another dominant victory in ECL 2026! 💪 🏏

Match number #04 Elite Cricket League BC Interior. Match against vs on 17th May at Kamloops Cricket Ground

🏅 Best Performance Award Medal goes to Asmitha Edirisinghe for a brilliant innings of 50 runs off 90 balls, including 6 beautiful boundaries, in the match between Okanagan Valley Cricket Club and Salmon Arm Cricket Club held on 2nd May at Salmon Arm Cricket Ground.

A composed and determined knock that showcased great character and commitment at the crease. Well played Asmitha! 👏🔥🏏

Tough one to take for OVCC.

After putting up 211 on the board, the boys gave it everything in the field, but unfortunately we fell short as Salmon Arm CC chased it down in 36.3 overs.

That said, this game leaves a very bitter feeling.

What we witnessed on the field was extremely disappointing and raises serious concerns about fairness and professionalism in the league. There were multiple questionable decisions throughout the match, including a caught-behind appeal and at least three clear LBW appeals that were not given.

Due to repeated concerns, we requested a change in umpiring position. However, even after moving to square leg, a no-ball was called on what was clearly a legitimate lower full toss. In another instance, a wide decision was reversed after being questioned. Situations like this create uncertainty and reflect inconsistency in officiating.

We respect the game and understand that not every appeal will go our way. But consistency and fairness are the foundation of cricket, and today that standard was not met.

At the end of the day, we play this beautiful game with passion and respect. Matches should be decided by performances, not by questionable decisions.

We move forward, stronger and more united. 💪

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2026 Match fixture

🏏 Outstanding Performance Award – OVCC Medal 🏏

A brilliant all-round contribution when it mattered most! 💪🔥

The OVCC Outstanding Performance Medal goes to Ishan Kularatne for his exceptional impact in the first ECL 2026 league match against Okanagan United CC.

🌟 Bowling: 2/16 in 8 overs – tight, disciplined, and game-changing
🌟 Batting: 14 crucial runs under pressure

Ishan’s outstanding spell with the ball set the tone for the game, and his valuable contribution with the bat helped push the team over the line to secure the win for OVCC.

A true team player stepping up in both departments! 👏

Well deserved, Ishan! 💯

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