Air Force edge out Police in nail-biter

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The Ratmalana Ground witnessed a rugby spectacle as Air Force narrowly defeated Police SC in a heart-stopping contest, emerging victorious with a final score of 20/19.

Both teams fought tooth and nail, delivering a game filled with intensity and strategy.

At the short breather, the scores were deadlocked at 7 apiece. Air Force displayed a blend of power and precision, with tries from Shashika Fernando, Nirmal Wickramasinghe, and Shanuka Kaushan. Their standout performer, Gayantha Iddamalgoda, showed nerves of steel as he slotted in a decisive conversion and a penalty to guide his team to victory.

Police SC was relentless in their pursuit, with a dynamic attack that resulted in tries from Ramitha Himash, Lahiru Thilakaratne, and Sujan Kodithuwakku. Yehan Bulathsinghala contributed two vital conversions, keeping Police SC in contention until the very end.

The game was refereed by Gihan Yatawara.