The latest clash in the MasterCard Club Rugby League 24/25 was a spectacle of skill and resilience as Army SC emerged victorious over Sri Lions in a gripping contest for the second time this season. Fans were treated to a high-intensity encounter that saw momentum shift multiple times before Army SC ultimately secured a commanding win in the plate segment
The match began with a bang as Kasun Bandara, Army SC’s dynamic winger, capitalized on a well-timed chip kick from the center line to score a stunning opening try. However, the fly-half failed to convert, keeping the score at 5-0.
(Sri Lions 00 – 05 Army)
Sri Lions responded swiftly, with Dinuk Amarasinghe slicing through the Army SC defense in the 12th minute to level the score at 5-5. The team then seized the lead as Denuwan Silva executed a well-crafted try, bringing the score to 5-10.
(Sri Lions 10 – 05 Army)
Army SC, refusing to back down, answered with a powerful drive from Damsila Dissanayake, equalizing at 10-10.
(Sri Lions 10 – 10 Army)
Army SC edged ahead once more through a penalty from Isuru Madeagedara, taking the lead at 12-10. However, Sri Lions’ Charaka Chandimal countered with two well-placed penalties, shifting the score to 12-16 in their favor.
Half time: CR & FC 14 (2T 2C) lead CH & FC 05 (1T)
Army SC’s determination shone through in the second half as Gayana Salinda slotted a crucial penalty, narrowing the gap to 15-16. Moments later, he struck again, pushing his team into the lead at 18-16. With their confidence soaring, Army SC took full control of the game. Dhansika Dissanayake powered through for another try, extending the lead to 23-16. Salinda then added another penalty, making it 25-16. Kasun Bandara sealed the deal with a dominant try, taking the score to 30-16, and Salinda capped off an impressive performance with a final penalty, securing Army SC’s emphatic victory at 32-16.
This high-energy battle highlighted the best of club rugby, with Army SC’s precision, resilience, and tactical superiority paving the way for a well-earned victory. Despite a valiant effort from Sri Lions, Army SC’s finishing power proved too much to handle. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect even more thrilling encounters in the MasterCard Club Rugby League 24/25.
Full time: Army SC 35 (4T 3C 3P) beat Sri Lions 16 (2T 2P)
- Swisstek Player of the Match: Gayan Salinda (Army SC)
Points Breakdown
Sri Lions: Charaka Chandimal 2P, Dinuk Amarasinghe 1T, Denuwan Silva 1T
CH & FC: Gayan Salinda 2C 2P, Kasun Bandara 2T, Dhamsila Dissanayake 2T, Isuru Madagedara 1C, Lahiru Ratnayake 1P
Stay tuned to The Papare for more updates on this electrifying season!
