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ABOUT US

Sri Lanka Boxing Association

Boxing in Sri Lanka traces its roots back to the British colonial era, when the sport gained immense popularity across Ceylon. Competitive boxing events attracted large crowds and strong participation, particularly from the armed forces. This early enthusiasm led to the formation of the United Services Boxing Association of Ceylon (USBAC), which played a pioneering role in organizing the sport locally.

As boxing expanded into the Police, schools, and colleges, the need for a broader governing body became evident. In 1926, the Amateur Boxing Association (ABA) of Ceylon was established, further strengthening the sport’s foundation across the island.

In 2013, the Boxing Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) was officially established under the guidance of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka, the International Boxing Association, and the Ministry of Sports. Since then, BASL has functioned as the nationally recognized governing body for amateur boxing in Sri Lanka.

Today, the Sri Lanka Boxing Association operates under a dedicated Executive Committee and supervises affiliated provincial associations, clubs, coaches, referees, and athletes islandwide. With the support of the government and valued corporate partners, we continue to build a strong pathway for Sri Lankan boxers to compete and succeed at regional, Asian, Commonwealth, and Olympic levels.

Our commitment is to develop boxing as a disciplined, inclusive, and internationally competitive sport while nurturing the next generation of champions.

OUR BOXING VISION

To Establish Sri Lanka as a Leading boxing nation in Asia and the World, Producing world-class athletes who compete with excellence, Integrity, and National pride.

🏆 Our Mission

To promote and develop amateur boxing across all provinces of Sri Lanka.
To identify, train, and support talented athletes from grassroots to elite levels.
To ensure high standards of coaching, refereeing, and officiating.
To organize national competitions and select athletes for international representation.
To uphold transparency, discipline, and sportsmanship in all aspects of the sport.
To collaborate with international boxing bodies to maintain global standards.

💎 Our Values

Integrity
We uphold fairness, honesty, and ethical conduct in every competition and administrative decision.

Excellence
We strive for continuous improvement in athlete performance, coaching standards, and organizational management.

Discipline
We promote boxing as a sport that builds character, resilience, and respect.

🌍 Our Structure

The Sri Lanka Boxing Association is governed by an elected Executive Committee and operates through:

Provincial Associations
Registered Boxing Clubs
Certified Coaches and Referees
Athlete Development Programs
National Selection Committees

We work closely with national sports authorities and international governing bodies to ensure compliance with global standards and best practices.

🏛️ Key Responsibilities

As the nationally recognized governing body for amateur boxing, the Sri Lanka Boxing Association is entrusted with the development, regulation, and promotion of boxing across the country. Our key responsibilities include:

🥊 Governance & Regulation

Serve as the official authority for amateur boxing in Sri Lanka.
Establish and enforce rules, regulations, and competition standards in line with the International Boxing Association.
Ensure transparency, ethical conduct, and good governance within the association and affiliated bodies.

🏆 Athlete Development

Identify and nurture boxing talent from grassroots to elite levels.
Organize training camps, coaching clinics, and athlete development programs.
Select and prepare national teams for regional and international competitions.

📅 National Competitions

Organize and sanction national championships and ranking tournaments.
Coordinate inter-club, inter-provincial, school, and youth competitions.
Maintain official athlete rankings and performance records.

🎓 Coaching & Officiating Standards

Certify, educate, and develop coaches, referees, and judges.
Conduct workshops and seminars to maintain international standards.
Ensure fair play and professional officiating in all sanctioned events.

🌍 International Representation

Represent Sri Lanka in international boxing forums and competitions.
Collaborate with the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka and global boxing bodies.
Facilitate participation in Asian, Commonwealth, and Olympic qualification events.

🤝 Development & Partnerships

Strengthen relationships with government authorities, sponsors, and stakeholders.
Promote boxing as a sport that fosters discipline, unity, and national pride.
Encourage youth participation and community engagement across all provinces.