The Thomian parade is a tradition that dates back many years. In times gone by, the Thomians would all parade to the captain’s house and wish him luck. Life Online caught up with a bunch of enthusiastic Thomians, both young and old to find out what they think of the Big Match fever as they head on into the 133^rd Battle of the Blues which is being played from 8 – 10 February at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC).