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NDB Bank Supports Future Champions as the Official Team Sponsor of Trinity Rugby for the Third Time!

12 Jun 2024
NDB Bank proudly announces its partnership as the Official Team Sponsor for Trinity Rugby Season 2024, highlighting NDB's commitment to youth empowerment and the development of sports in Sri Lanka.

At the press conference held on the 5th of June 2024, at Trinity College, NDB Bank underscored the importance of nurturing young athletes. Speaking at the event, NDB’s CEO, Kelum Edirisinghe, stated, "Our youth are the future of our nation. By supporting Trinity Rugby, we are investing in the development of young sportsmen who embody the values of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance."

NDB Bank’s collaboration with Trinity College aims to provide a platform for these students to showcase their skills and inspire their peers. "Our commitment to Trinity Rugby reflects our broader mission to support community-oriented activities that will drive the future of our nation," he further added.

The 2024 rugby season promises to be an exciting one, starting with Trinity’s first match against S. Thomas’ College on June 15 at Pallekele. The season will also feature the highly anticipated Bradby Shield Encounter, a symbol of tradition and rivalry in Sri Lankan school rugby.

NDB Bank’s partnership with Trinity Rugby is a testament to its belief in the power of sports to shape the future. Additionally line with its efforts to empower the youth NDB Bank is also the Event Sponsor for Royal Rugby School Season as well.

By championing youth sports, NDB is not only supporting the current generation of athletes but also inspiring future generations to pursue their dreams with passion and integrity.

NDB Bank is the fourth-largest listed commercial bank in Sri Lanka. The Bank was named the Retail Bank of the Year (Sri Lanka) at Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2023 and the Best Corporate Bank 2023 by Asiamoney and also emerged as the Most Awarded Corporate in Sri Lanka in 2022 for the second consecutive year, as per the annual rankings of Sri Lankan publication LMD. The Bank was adjudged the Best Bank in Sri Lanka 2022 by Global Finance USA and Euromoney in their annual best bank awards programmes. Additionally, The Bank was named one of the "Top 50 Best Workplaces in Sri Lanka 2022" by Great Place To Work, USA. NDB is the parent company of the NDB Group, comprising capital market subsidiary companies, together forming a unique banking and capital market services group. The Bank is committed to empowering the nation and its people through meaningful financial and advisory services powered by digital banking solutions.