Kandy S.C’s sixth straight win in the first round of the “Dialog” sponsored rugby tournament was at the expense of Havelock SC who was unbeaten till then. Kandy pulled off a brilliant 31-21 victory over Havelock S.C. last weekend. Their skillful play in possession and bossing of the breakdowns helped preserve the lion’s share to lead 21-7 at the interval.
The pre-match predictions, were answered by three goal scored before the end of the first half. Kandy SC executed a pre-planned move in the first few minutes of the game.
Kandy should thank Buwanika Udangamuwa, for masterminding their 31-21 win. He fashioned three tries, with a chip in behind the rush defence. The winning teams defence was brilliant, they dominated the breakdown, and Havelock SC’s chances all but ended.
Kandy SC’s success is due to their chairman Lasantha Wijesuriya, their high quality coaching staff and a technical blueprint in place that is helping them to drive the success of the team and develop players.
Kandy continues to improve and their pre preparation for the second round is under way under the watchful eyes of coaches Sean Wijesinghe and his assistant Fazil Marija.
All round Kandy SC are too strong to defeat this season unless something spectacular happens.
The visitors enjoyed much of the possession and territory in the first 20 minutes but did little with it. Kandy on the other hand were more solid in defence and sharper in attack, with scrum half Roshan Weeraratne outstanding.
This season though the park club lost some of their players they have made good progress in a number of areas in play. A big hand should go to their coach Sanath Martis and he should thank their club president Romesh Abeywickrema and the committee members for their support.
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