Thomians settle for a draw

An Isipathana players wins a high ball against  Thomians at Mount Lavinia.  

Singer League 2019

S. Thomas’ College hosting Isipathana were on the cusp of a long-awaited win but a last minute penalty by Manilka Ruberu meant the game ended at 12 apiece.

The Thomians opened scoring at their home ground in Mount Lavinia through Shenok Perera, which was beautifully converted by Bandula Weerasinghe for an early 7/0 lead. Runeru put over a penalty for the visitors to reduce the halftime deficit to 4 points.

After the turnaround a nearly 50 meter penalty to go with another 35 meters out were taken by Ruberu to give Isipathan a 9/7 lead. Nippy scrum half Sakith Perera then edged the Thomians ahead once more with a superb try.

Leading by 3 points the Thomians were on the verge of celebrating a win after nine years, but it was not to be as Ruberu was on target with a penalty at the death to ensure the spoils were shared. (SJ)

The referee was Rohan Fernando.

S. Thomas’ 12 points

Isipathana 12 points