DHAKA, Bangladesh, December 17 (ePRESS) – Sri Lanka’s top ranked amateur golfer Dhanushan Kumar showed calm control and steady improvement as he finished 12th after Day Two of the 39th Bangladesh Amateur Golf Championship, which continued at the Kurmitola Golf Club in Dhaka on Wednesday.
Playing on a demanding par-72 course, Kumar returned a seven-over-par 78 in the second round. This was a clear improvement from his opening round 79 and underlined his ability to adjust quickly to course conditions. After two rounds, his total gross score stands at 157, which is 13 over par.
More importantly, Kumar safely made the cut, finishing inside the top 49 golfers who qualified to play the final two rounds. A total of 90 players started the championship, making the cut a key milestone in a highly competitive field.
“I believe I can make a change if I play the last 2 days well. But it’s not easy with the narrow greens. But not impossible also,” Kumar said, reflecting his confidence and focus as he prepares for the final rounds.
From a technical view, Kumar’s second round showed better course management. He reduced unforced errors, handled pressure situations more effectively, and stayed patient on long par fours. His consistency across the two days has kept him within reach of the leading pack as the tournament moves into its decisive phase.
Sri Lanka also had another positive result, with Sundaram Dhuwarshan making the cut as well. Dhuwarshan carded a nine-over-par 81 on Day Two. His total gross score is 166, which is 22 over par, placing him 38th among the 49 players who advanced. Also, Dhuwarshan remains in a good mindset going into the last two rounds, confident of making a strong finish.
At the top of the leaderboard, Bangladesh’s N-A Abu Bokor Siddik and KGC’s Munna Mia share the lead with identical totals of 149, both five over par after two rounds. Close behind are several players tightly grouped within a few strokes, highlighting how fine the margins are at this stage of the championship.
With two rounds still to be played, Kumar’s steady progress and improving form suggest he will look to build momentum rather than chase risky shots. As conditions tighten and pressure increases, discipline, accuracy, and smart decision-making will be key — areas where the Sri Lankan number one has already shown encouraging signs.
