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From the President's Desk Roshan Mahanama VVolumeolume 42 47 Winter Autumn 2009 2011 New Zealand Sri Lanka Foundation Inc.P.O. Box 109419, New Market, Auckland 1149, New Zealand Email: [email protected] Web: www.nzslfoundation.com From the President’s Desk President: As most of you are aware Sri Lanka is Co-Hosting the cricket world bourne, Sydney, Brisbane & Perth Mohamed Nalar cup this year and the matches are underway. All in all it is going to where the shows have been an be an outstanding year for Sri Lanka. outstanding sell out. (09) 638 9376 Vice President: This newsletter has some interesting interviews and articles pre- “Marians” are presently the most Sydney Fernando dominantly on cricket and cricketing heroes. I hope you enjoy read- popular band in Sri Lanka and rank (09) 520 2304 ing them. I am also quite excited about the performance of our Sri as no.1 entertainers, whose reper- Lankan cricket team and have no doubt that we can replicate our toire in music encompasses semi Secretary: World Cup win in 1995. A strong batting line up together with a fan classical, English/Sinhala pop and Jayasena Widanagamage base determined to see their heroes win is a good recipe for suc- Baila. They are a group of excep- (09) 525 3277 cess. On behalf of the Foundation I wish the Sri Lankan team all the tionally talented, versatile musicians Treasurer: very best and hope that we can win the world cup. who will undoubtedly keep your toes tapping until the wee hours of the Ranjith Randeniya I am pleased to advice that we are in the midst of organising the morning. (09) 815 7115 event of the year – “Marians in Auckland” Proudly presented by Committee Members: the New Zealand Sri Lanka Foundation. This event is scheduled to I invite you to be a part of this magi- Kumar Velamblam be held on Saturday 5th March 2011 at the AMI indoor Netball Sta- cal night and witness entertainment dium in St. Johns. A lot of planning and effort has gone into organis- at its best. Thank you for your con- (09) 579 0380 ing this event and I sincerely thank my committee and the extended tinued support for the Foundation. Niroshini Jayasekera family of the NZSLF, our past presidents who have always shown (09) 524 9811 Mohamed Nalar solidarity with the committee, encouraged and assisted wherever Jason Bandara possible. (021) 2938715 The ten member band headed by the charismatic Nalin Perera is Thusitha Perera arriving in Auckland this week straight after performing in Mel- (09) 820 7357 Renuka Anthony Roshan Mahanama -The Gentle giant of the gentleman’s game (09) 962 6821 The above quote says it all. Roshan Ma- partnership Rafil Hamid hanama was one of Sri Lanka’s finest was 225, the (09) 521 3115 players and is an inspiration to the highest score Thessara Jayawardane younger generation of budding cricketers. of his career. (09) 6277336 His career has taken him from being a He was a key former cricketer playing for the Sri Lankan member of Sri Auditor: National team to his current role as an Lanka's World Nihal Jayawickrema international match referee for the ICC. Cup winning (09) 579 1807 side of 1996. Roshan toured New Zealand last year in News Letter Editor his current capacity as a match referee Farhana Nalar His affable for the New Zealand Pakistan series and character and made time to attend the Lanka Nite dinner good breeding Calendar of dance organised by NZSLF in Dec 2010 with his family. Socialising with an ease saw him fol- Events: that can only arise from years of being in low Ranjan Marians - Musical Show- 5th March AMI the limelight and being quite humble Madugalle as stadium St. John’s an ICC match about it, Roshan did not disappoint his fans. referee in May Honesty, humility and empathy are the 2004, a role cornerstones which constitute his mettle. A dashing right-hand batsman and bril- he has fulfilled quite competently. Living up to the ideals of the ‘gentleman’s liant fielder Roshan Mahanama's is best game’, Roshan Mahanama emerges an remembered as a cricketer for his world Roshan found some time amidst his busy idol of Sri Lankan Cricket, even today, record second wicket partnership of 576 schedule as a match referee for the ICC despite having retired early in his career. with Sanath Jayasuriya in a Test match to answer some questions for our fans in – The Nation against India at the R Premadasa Stadium the Foundation. in 1997. Mahanama's contribution to that VOLUME 47 AUTUMN 2011 NEW ZEALAND SRI LANKA FOUNDATION Early days - How did you first get an 100 against a strong West Indies Team,4. In life nothing comes easy. I am reminded interest in cricket? which had in its ranks great Cricketers of the comment made by Sir Winston such as Ian Bishop and Brian Lara. Churchill at the end of World War II. He I come from a cricketing family. My father, was asked as to what was the secret of brother and uncles were all involved with Could you describe an embarrassing his success. He said,” My formula for the game of Cricket. I naturally got at- moment that you experienced– during success is Blood, Sweat, Tears and Toil.” tracted to the game & the passion steadily your time as captain of the SL cricket This tells a story. We should never give developed. Therefore, I took to Cricket team? up in the pursuit of our goals. We must like a duck to water. also be humble, as humility is the hall- None in particular, however, my most mark of a great human being. Further, it is Who was “the wind beneath your embarrassing moment related to cricket, important to live an honest and caring life. wings” during your cricket career? The is connected with the scar under my right We should also help the less fortunate, as single person who encouraged you eye. Many who spot this, ask me with it is a social obligation to be charitable. and motivated you to achieve what you monotonous regularity, how it came by. Discharging your obligations, respecting did? They ask me, “Were you struck by a fast traditions and leading a religious and bowler, like Ambrose. Or was it, Wasim, virtuous life, is paramount to me. There were many who represented a Walsh, or Marshall...?” Sort of sheepishly strong force behind me. They were a I say, “No, no. It happened when I was a constant source of strength, even in kid of five, mucking around in the bath-5. What is your advice to young my involvement in different capacities room playing shots under the shower!” cricketers? connected with the game, to date. It is difficult to single out one person. But, my Could you please explain what moti- To achieve success in life, one must have parents, my brother, my wife, 3 daugh- vated you to write your autobiography a dream. Without a dream you get no- ters and my first coach, Mr. Nelson Men- “retired Hurt”? where. Even as a young Cricketer, one dis would head the list. needs to set goals and work hard towards From my early childhood years, Cricket achieving them. This needs a high level of Cricket memories – What was the most has been my passion. Starting off in 1986 commitment, dedication, courage and unforgettable incident that happened with my debut against Pakistan, I played perseverance. Further, one must be pre- to you in your cricketing career? for Sri Lanka for 14 years. I was later pared to face challenges and make sacri- involved in a couple of other capacities fices, to achieve goals. To be a respected Being a member of the Sri Lanka World connected with Cricket. I thought it would Cricketer you must be honest, well disci- Cup winning Team in 1996, reigns su- be useful to place on record some of my plined and be a humble person on and off preme among my fondest memories, experiences in Cricket - some pleasant the field. In a nutshell, to be a respected ahead of my personal achievement of and some not so pleasant, particularly for Cricketer whom others can look up to, establishing 3 World records, including the benefit of young Cricketers. I thought I one must be a gentleman. the highest partnership for any wicket in could do so through the medium of an the history of Test Cricket, with Sanath autobiography, which not only reflects my I hope my comments will be of some Jayasuriya in 1995[576 runs] personal experiences but also an objec- value to budding Cricketers and those tive analysis of some key aspects of the who have a penchant for the game. I What was your best series? Please game. It also delves into the challenges I thank you for giving me this opportunity explain why? had to face, the joys and sorrows I was and I wish you well! compelled to experience and the strate- My best effort was in 1995, when Sri gies which culminated in Sri Lanka lifting The editor would like to say a special Lanka won its first ODI Triangular Series the 1996 World Cup. thank you to Manjula Sanis for arrang- away from home in the UAE. I was1. ing this interview with Roshan Ma- named the Man of the Series for scoring2. What are the lessons learned in life? hanama. 288 runs over 4 innings, which included 3.a Farhana Nalar World Cup 2011 and Sri Lankan Cricket The history of Sri Lankan cricket started cricket playing nation in the world.
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