St. Joseph’s College Vs Vidyartha College today to be a tight contest

Gayan Perera will lead Visyartha

Vishika Fernando Joes skipper 

By Shamseer Jaleel

The much-anticipated Dialog Schools Rugby League 2024 season gets underway today with a highly anticipated clash between perennial powerhouse St. Joseph College and Dark Horse of the tournament, Vidyartha College which will be worked off at the Havelock Park.

Kick off is scheduled at 4:15p.m.  

Both teams are eager to start their campaign on a high note. St. Joseph, led by Captain Vishika Fernando and Coached by Nilfer Ibrahim, will be looking to assert their dominance as one of the tournament teams to move forward for super round. However, Vidyartha, Captained by the talented Gayan Perera and Coached by the experienced Sumedha Malawena will be no easy opponent. Vidyartha has been labelled the Dark Horse of this year’s competition, with many experts tipping them to make a deep run. The team has been building momentum over the past few years, and this match provides the perfect opportunity for them to make a statement against one of the traditional rugby powerhouses. They ended as the Plate champions last season humbled more than one better opponents in the league.

The battle between the two Captains, Vishika Fernando and Gayan Perera, is sure to be a highlight of the match. Both players are known for their leadership, skill, and ability to inspire their teammates. Their individual performances could very well determine the outcome of the game.

With both teams boasting impressive rosters and a rich history of rugby excellence, this opening match of the Dialog Schools Rugby League 2024 is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter that no fan will want to miss out on.