18/07/2026
Beyond the Nest | Pulasthi Dassanayake
Pulasthi Dassanayake is a proud product of St. Anthony's College, Kandy, where he represented the College 1st XV Rugby Team from 2015 to 2017. Having progressed through the school's rugby ranks from a young age, he developed into one of the country's most promising front-row players.
Following his school career, Pulasthi established himself in Sri Lanka's domestic rugby circuit, making over 70 first-class appearances and scoring eight tries through consistent performances and unwavering commitment.
His impressive form earned him national selection, making his Sri Lanka debut against India, where he marked the occasion by scoring a try. To date, he has represented Sri Lanka in nine Test matches, scoring two international tries, and is widely regarded as one of the country's leading hookers.
Beyond his playing career, Pulasthi has also embraced coaching, working with the Under-10 and Under-12 rugby teams at Lumbini College, where he continues to mentor and inspire the next generation of rugby players.
From proudly wearing the Maroon and Double Blue to representing Sri Lanka on the international stage, Pulasthi Dassanayake remains an outstanding example of the excellence, discipline, and values nurtured through Antonian rugby.
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