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Old Zahirians manacle Police

By Bernie Wijesekera

Old Zahirians ran circles round Police SC in a rousing Caltex A Division Inter-Club A Division rugby game at Police Park yesterday to win by 26 points (2 goals,4 tries) to 15 (3 tries). Police led 15-3 at the breather.

In an unbelievable display, Old Zahirians jostled the Policemen in the second half with center Anis banging in two tries of which two were converted by the link-man Cuncheer. The latter was in fine form with his kicking boots contributing 14 points with his spot on kicks, which had a telling factor in the Old Zahirians victory.

This is Old Zahira’s third win in the competition. Earlier they recorded wins over Galle RFC and Jawatte Lions. This win is a terrific boost for the struggling Old Zahiriuans and is their first ever victory over Police. Police after leading 15-13 at the breather lost their rhythm when the OldZahirians back division took control.

The tries for Police were scored by C. Fonseka, Chaminda Silva and skipper Prasad Wilson. - Referee: Rankothge.