H. R. Vimal
H. R. Vimal remains one of the most distinguished boxing talents produced by St. Sylvester's College, Kandy. Rising to prominence in the late 1970s-widely regarded as a golden era for schoolboy boxing in Sri Lanka-Vimal's career is marked by discipline, steady growth, and outstanding performance at both provincial and national levels. His commitment and leadership contributed greatly to strengthening the Sylvestrian boxing legacy.
Vimal began his boxing journey in 1977 at St. Sylvester's College. By 1978, he had stepped into the competitive schools' boxing arena, debuting at two of Sri Lanka's most prestigious meets:
- L. V. Jayaweera Memorial Cup Boxing Meet
- T. B. Jayah Memorial Cup Boxing Meet
His early performances showcased a promising young boxer destined for major success.
Vimal began his boxing journey in 1977 at St. Sylvester's College. By 1978, he had stepped into the competitive schools' boxing arena, debuting at two of Sri Lanka's most prestigious meets:
- Competed in key school boxing meets.
- Central Province Boxing Meet Champion
- T. B. Jayah Memorial Boxing Meet Best Loser
- Central Province Boxing Meet Champion
Competed in the Stubbs Shield Championship – Senior Category
Awarded Best Loser after a
close, intense bout against V. R. Pouliar of St. Mary’s College, Dehiwala.
- Achieved a major milestone by becoming Champion in his weight category at the T. B. Jayah Memorial Cup Boxing Meet
- Appointed Boxing Captain of St. Sylvester’s College.
- Led the school to a historic victory, securing the Stubbs Shield Boxing Championship after 16 long years.
- Crowned Champion of his weight category, defeating Hameedia Al Hussaini Vidyalaya M.S.M. Imtiyaz the undefeated champion boxer of that era, widely known for his powerful and accurate straight punches-in a memorable final.
- Central Province Boxing Champion – 1978, 1979
- T. B. Jayah Memorial Boxing Meet
- Best Loser – 1979
- Champion 1980
- Stubbs Shield Boxing Championship
- Best Loser (Senior Category)
vs. V. R. Pouliar - Champion 1981
- Leadership
- Captain, St. Sylvester’s College Boxing Team – 1981
- Instrumental in bringing back the Stubbs Shield after a 16-year gap
H. R. Vimal’s boxing career is celebrated for its consistency, bravery, and lasting influence. His achievements-especially the historic Stubbs Shield triumph-continue to inspire young Sylvestrian boxers and remain a proud chapter in Sri Lanka’s schoolboy boxing history.