By the end of 1899, the two rival Tamil clubs were persuaded to join forces, which resulted in the creation of the Tamil Union Cricket and Athletic Club, with T. Thirunavakarasu and Dr John Rockwood, the son of the eminent surgeon and member of the Legislative Council of Ceylon, Dr W. G. Rockwood serving as the first President and Honorary General Secretary, respectively. The sports grounds were based at Campbell Park in Borella wherein many sports were played including hockey, cricket, and athletics.
By the end of 1899, the two competing Tamil sports organizations were convinced to merge, resulting in the formation of the Tamil Union Cricket and Athletic Club, with T. Thirunavakarasu and Dr John Rockwood, son of a prominent surgeon and Ceylon Legislative Council member, serving as the first President and Honorary General Secretary.