Joining hands with the record-breaking javelin champion, SLT-MOBITEL strengthens its commitment to nurturing talent, celebrating sporting excellence and inspiring Sri Lanka’s future champions.

SLT‑MOBITEL, the National ICT Solutions Provider, announced the appointment of Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Sri Lanka’s record-breaking javelin thrower and Commonwealth Games gold medallist, as its Brand Ambassador, at an event held on 17 August 2026 at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

His engagement is the perfect fit for SLT-MOBITEL as Rumesh Tharanga embodies the spirit of national glory, talent, and global competitiveness that distinguishes the most determined and disciplined athletes, mirroring SLT-MOBITEL's own commitment to its values of advancement, reliability, leadership, and excellence.

For SLT-MOBITEL, the partnership is more than an endorsement, it is a connection to inspire Sri Lanka's youth and help turn their dreams into reality, echoing the same journey of ambition and self-belief which has carried Rumesh Tharanga onto the global stage. Importantly, the collaboration also highlights SLT‑MOBITEL’s role as a national brand dedicated to driving national value and pride.

Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage has rapidly emerged as one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated sportsmen and a rising force in international athletics. His journey from a promising cricket fast bowler to a world-class javelin thrower embodies the resilience, discipline, and ambition, values that resonate with SLT-MOBITEL's mission to connect and empower Sri Lankans through technology and connectivity. 

SLT-MOBITEL believes he represents the future of Sri Lankan sport, and that his achievements are a source of inspiration to push boundaries, aligning with the company's ongoing advancement in connectivity and the role in linking Sri Lankans to the broader global stage. Together, the partnership aims to spur Sri Lanka's next generation, strengthening SLT-MOBITEL's brand identity and demonstrating the company's commitment to celebrating sporting excellence.