Following the establishment of the Welfare Society of the Faculty of Medicine, the FMPL Cricket Premiere League 1.0 was successfully organized on 18th and 19th April 2026 among the staff members of the University of Jaffna. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from academic, non-academic, and academic support staff, promoting unity, teamwork, and sportsmanship within the university community.
The event was graced by Prof. R. Surenthirakumaran, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, as the Chief Guest, while Dr. P. A. D. Coonghe, Head of the Department of Forensic Medicine and President of the Welfare Society, attended as the Guest of Honour. The proceedings were presided over by Mr. T. Sageenthan, Lead of the Sports Committee. The presence of Mr. Ilampirai, Director of the Physical Education Unit, University of Jaffna, further added significance to the occasion.
During the event, the Director of the Physical Education Unit highlighted that the increased utilization of university sports facilities by staff is highly encouraging. He also mentioned that staff members are welcome to access the gymnasium and ground facilities up to 8.00 p.m., promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.
In his remarks, the Dean encouraged staff to actively participate in and organize such recreational and sporting activities, emphasizing their importance for physical health, mental well-being, and maintaining a balanced working environment. He further noted that strong collaboration among academic, non-academic, and academic support staff contributes significantly to creating a harmonious and efficient workplace.
At the conclusion of the tournament, the FOM Raiders team emerged as the champions, proudly securing the FMPL 1.0 Trophy.
The FOM Warriors claimed second place, while the FOM Titans achieved third place.
The event concluded on a high note, reflecting the strong spirit of camaraderie, collaboration, and community engagement within the Faculty of Medicine.
