Kandy SC outclass Sri Lions

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Kandy SC centre Shaahid Zumri catches a high ball while Kevin Dixon and Dulaj Nawodya of Sri Lions look on

By Shamseer Jaleel

Kandy SC continued their dominance in the first quarter-final of the 2025 Clifford Cup by outplaying debutants Sri Lions SC 41/8 at the Nittawela Rugby Stadium last evening.

At the short breather, Kandy led with 17/5.

Though Kandy was not at their peak, they were still able to dominate proceedings to notch up seven tries in the end. Meanwhile, Sri Lions did contain the champion well but did not pose any major threat to Kandy SC.

With this resounding victory, Kandy SC advance to the semi-finals as firm favourites. They will play the winners of the CH & FC vs. Air Force game on 1 April at Nittawela.

For Kandy SC, Diluksha Dange, Kavindu Perera, and Tarinda Ratwatte played well, while Kevin Dixon and Nizran Mohamed played their hearts out. Despite a spirited effort, Sri Lions SC found themselves overwhelmed by Kandy’s pace and physicality.

Kandy scored their tries through Tarinda Ratwatte (2), Diluksha Dange (2), Gayan Perera, Shaahid Zumry, and Wajid Faumy. Tari converted one and Zumri put over another. For Sri Lions, their try was scored by Prasad Madushanka, while skipper Kevin Dixon put over a solitary penalty.

The referee was Charani Liyanage.