SL win Bronze at Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens 2024

The Sri Lanka U-18 Sevens Rugby Squad with officials 

The Sri Lanka Under-18 Rugby Team clinched the Bronze Medal at the Asia Rugby Emirates Under-18 Sevens Tournament, following a nail-biting playoff victory against Malaysia in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.  

In a thrilling contest, the Junior Tuskers edged out Malaysia with a score of 17 points (one goal, two tries) to 14 points (two goals) in the final. 

The Junior Tuskers’ participation in this significant tournament marks their return to the international rugby scene after nearly a decade, with high hopes of excelling. 

The team, consisting of 12 talented players and four dedicated officials, represented Sri Lanka with pride, elevating the nation’s profile in international rugby.

Dialog Axiata PLC supported the Sri Lanka National Rugby Under-18 Boys’ Team as the Associate Sponsor. 

Commenting on the sponsorship, Harsha Samaranayake – Vice President, Brand and Media at Dialog Axiata PLC stated: “We are proud of the Sri Lanka National Rugby Under-18 Boys’ Team for securing the Bronze Medal at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens.” 

“Our partnership with Sri Lanka Rugby reflects our unwavering commitment to empowering the champions of tomorrow. By supporting the team on their journey to this prestigious tournament, we are not only investing in the future of Sri Lankan sports but also creating opportunities for young athletes to showcase their talent on an international stage.” 
“We firmly believe in the immense potential of these young players and it has been an honor to stand by them as they represented our nation with such pride and determination.”

The Sri Lanka Under-18 Tuskers’ triumph at the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens 2024 not only highlights the team’s potential but also underscores Sri Lanka’s growing stature in international rugby, paving the way for future successes. 

Sri Lanka Under-18 Sevens Squad: Vishenka Silva (Captain – St. Peter’s College), Thinethra Dodangoda (Vice-Captain – Isipathana College), Nethshan Peiris (St. Peter’s College), Disas Pathirana (Royal College), Shaakib Zumri (Isipathana College), Nimantha Sandeepa (Isipathana College), Senuth Dinsara (St. Peter’s College), Thatheera Perera (D.S. Senanayake College), Luqman Nadeem (Zahira College), Sadeesha Weerawansa (Dharmaraja College), Kaizer Lye (Wesley College) and Mohammad Fawas (Wesley College).