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  Jr Natl Rugby: Silver for girls; bronze for boys
22 Jul 2018 BHUBANESWAR
 

Odisha girls and boys won the silver and bronze medal respectively in the Societe Generale Junior (Under-18) National Rugby Sevens Championship, which was held at Dr MGR Race Course Stadium in Madurai, Tamil Nadu from July 20 to 22, 2018.

West Bengal girls successfully defended their title, beating Odisha in the final 17-12. Earlier in the semifinals, Odisha beat Maharashtra 31-7, while West Bengal prevailed over Bihar 15-5.

 

Maharashtra boys emerged champions, defeating Bihar in the final. Odisha finished third, beating West Bengal 21-14. Earlier in the semifiansl, Maharashtra outplayed Odisha 26-5, while Bihar got the better of West Bengal 15-10.

As many as 21 boys teams and 15 girls teams participated in the championship, which was organised by Tamil Nadu Rugby Football Union (TNRFU), under the aegis of Indian Rugby Football Union (IRFU).

New Zealand cricket legend Scott Styris turned out to be a major attraction in the Junior National Championship. An avid supporter of rugby, Scott caught up with some of the teams and shared some tips with the kids.
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PHOTO: Odisha girls and boys te
ams at the presentation ceremony in Madurai on July 22, 2018.

 
   

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