D. W. Weerasinghe
D. W. Weerasinghe stands among the finest boxing talents ever produced by the Sri Lanka Army, earning recognition both locally and internationally for his unmatched skill, discipline, and scientific mastery in the ring. His career, which spans over a decade of excellence, places him among the most decorated boxers in the light flyweight division in Sri Lankan boxing history.
Weerasinghe's journey began with remarkable promise.
- In 1967, he first made his mark by earning the Best Loser Award in the Junior Championship (65 lbs).
- By 1969, he had already risen to the top, becoming the Junior Champion in the 85 lbs category.
These early accomplishments set the stage for a glittering career defined by dedication and technical brilliance.
The year 1971 was a turning point. Weerasinghe captured multiple titles and earned national recognition:
- Novices Boxing Meet Winner (106) Ibs) and Best Boxer of the Tournament
- Clifford Cup Champion Paper Weight (100 lbs)
- National Champion Paper Weight (100 lbs)
His dominance continued into 1973, where he stamped his authority within the Sri Lanka Army:
- Army Light Flyweight Champion (106 lbs)
- Awarded Most Scientific Boxer of the championship
- Albert Perera Memorial Meet – Light Flyweight Winner
From 1974 onwards, Weerasinghe's consistency and technical skill made him the standout boxer in his division. His achievements include:
- 1974-Army Light Flyweight Champion, Defence Services Champion
- 1975-Army Champion and National Champion
- 1976-National Champion and Most Scientific Boxer
- 1977-National Champion
- 1978-National Champion and Most Scientific Boxer
- 1979-National Champion, marking his fifth consecutive national title and sealing his place in Sri Lankan boxing history.
He also dominated the Layton Cup, winning:
- 1977-Light Flyweight Winner & Best Boxer of the Tournament
- 1978-Light Flyweight Winner & Best Boxer of the Tournament
Weerasinghe’s unmatched streak of titles showcases his longevity and ability to maintain peak performance over many years.
D. W. Weerasinghe proudly represented Sri Lanka on major international stages, bringing honour to the nation and the Sri Lanka Army:
- 1975-Represented Sri Lanka at the 1st King’s Cup Boxing Meet, Bangkok, Thailand
- 1978-Competed at the Asian Games, Bangkok
- 1979-Represented Sri Lanka at the General Manager’s Invitational Boxing Championship in India, finishing as First Runner-Up
His contributions helped elevate Sri Lanka’s presence in international amateur boxing during this era.
Known for his discipline, ring intelligence, and "scientific boxing" style, Weerasinghe earned repeated recognition as the Most Scientific Boxer, a testament to his strategic approach, footwork, and technical precision. His career remains an inspiration to generations of Army boxers who followed, setting standards for skill, resilience, and consistency.