The verdict of the Writ application challenging the validity of SLPP candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa is expected today.

The Court of Appeal began hearing the case on October and submissions have been presented by multiple parties over the past two days. the case was filed by two civil society activists Prof. Chandraguptha Thenuwara and Gamini Viyangoda.

The case will be taken up today at 9.30 AM.

Rajapaksa's chances of running for the presidency will hinge on the outcome of this case.