sentences:  In 1998 Chilaw Marians was able to secure their first title, becoming BCCSL Under 23 Division II Champions.Encouraged and energised by this achievement, the club set its sights on the pinnacle of 1st class cricket in Sri Lanka – Division I.In the year 2000 Chilaw Marians won the Premier Division I Qualifying Championship and were promoted to the highest level of club cricket in Sri Lanka.