NDB STRENGTHENS ENDURING PARTNERSHIP WITH TRINITY RUGBY AS TEAM SPONSOR FOR 2026 SEASON
National Development Bank PLC (NDB) reaffirmed its enduring commitment to youth development and sporting excellence as it renewed its partnership with Trinity College Kandy Rugby for the 2026 season, stepping forward this year as the official Team Sponsor. The announcement was made at the Trinity Rugby press conference held recently at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, marking the fifth consecutive year of collaboration between the Bank and one of Sri Lanka’s most respected school rugby institutions.
Over the past five years, NDB’s association with Trinity Rugby has evolved into a purposeful partnership anchored in shared values; discipline, leadership, resilience, and excellence. The Bank’s role as Team Sponsor for 2026 signals both continuity and conviction a reaffirmation of its belief that investing in youth sport is an investment in the nation’s future.
Addressing the gathering, Director and CEO of NDB Bank, Kelum Edirisinghe, reflected on the significance of the sport and noted that rugby at Trinity represents far more than competition; it is a platform that builds character, strengthens camaraderie, and instills perseverance, qualities that define leaders in every sphere of life. He further emphasised that NDB’s continued partnership reflects the Bank’s broader commitment to empowering young Sri Lankans to pursue excellence with confidence and integrity.
Trinity Rugby holds a distinguished place in Sri Lanka’s sporting landscape, carrying forward a proud legacy that has shaped generations of sportsmen. The 2026 schools’ rugby season promises to once again deliver high-calibre performances and spirited encounters, including the iconic Bradby Shield fixture, a hallmark event in the country’s school rugby calendar.
By strengthening its support this year, NDB continues to align its corporate purpose with initiatives that foster holistic development. The Bank recognises that leadership is cultivated not only in boardrooms, but also on playing fields where discipline, teamwork, and resilience are tested in real time.
As Trinity embarks on its 2026 campaign, NDB stands firmly alongside the team, united by a shared pursuit of excellence and a commitment to shaping confident, capable leaders for tomorrow.
NDB Bank is the fourth-largest listed commercial bank in Sri Lanka. NDB was named Sri Lanka’s Best Digital Bank for SMEs at Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025 and was awarded awards Domestic Retail Bank of the Year – Sri Lanka and Islamic Banking Initiative of the Year – Sri Lanka at the Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2025. 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.
