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UNBEATEN BULLETS CROWNED KINGS OF SUPER 5

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Muamalat Bullets marched through the 2026 Muamalat Super 5 Rugby friendly series with command, finishing unbeaten and standing tall at the top of the table. Loaded with elite Malaysian talent, the Bullets delivered a masterclass of control, power, and precision, with quality evident in every position. Senior players Anwarul Hafiz and Sufian Kamil brought invaluable experience, steadying the squad in key moments and setting the standard for excellence. UPM Angels rose as the closest challengers, claiming second place after statement victories over IIUM Mustangs and Vioba Blues. Once again, the Angels proved why they remain the benchmark of university rugby in Malaysia. Fearless, talented, and fully capable of competing against senior club sides. IIUM Mustangs provided flashes of excitement and promise. Known for their background in Rugby 7s and 10s, they stunned Kuala Lumpur champions Vioba Blues in the opening match, but struggled to contain the relentless pace of UPM Angels and Mu...

A MODEST START WITH MASSIVE MEANING FOR RUGBY

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Photo: Muhammad Mohd Fadzil (TSS) After years of silence, a long-missed heartbeat is slowly returning to Malaysian rugby. It has been a very long time since fans last witnessed a true national-level club competition. The Malaysia Rugby Super League faded away after 2017, leaving a void that even the prestigious Piala Agong could not fully replace. For too long, top-tier inter-club rugby simply disappeared from the local landscape. That is why the return of elite competition, even in a modest form, matters deeply. Rugby in Malaysia needs a platform where clubs can test themselves at the highest level, rebuild ambition, and reignite belief. This season, Bank Muamalat stepped forward with the Muamalat Super 5 Rugby , attempting to revive what had been lost. Champions from state leagues were invited, but time constraints limited commitments. Rather than cancel the idea entirely, the organisers pressed on with a four-team friendly series. Photo: Muhammad Mohd Fadzil (TSS) It may look unu...

VIOBA BLUES SEAL HISTORIC KLR THREE-PEAT

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VIOBA BLUES Vioba Blues etched their name deeper into Kuala Lumpur rugby folklore by clinching a third consecutive KLR League title, completing another dominant and unbeaten campaign in the KLR League 2025, the annual rugby championship organised by the Kuala Lumpur Rugby Union . The champions sealed the title with a commanding victory over a resilient SJAA Eagles side in the final match of the season. Vioba struck first in the opening half when Naufal Qayyim crossed for a crucial try, with Jauhar Rosazha adding the conversion. SJAA showed admirable fight and ambition, but missed two key penalties that proved costly, allowing Vioba to head into halftime with a 7–0 advantage. MOBSTER RC After the break, Vioba Blues grew in confidence and control. Their structure tightened, the tempo increased, and SJAA struggled to contain the champions’ momentum. Muhammad Haikal powered over for Vioba’s second try, converted by Khainor Arif , before Naufal struck again to complete the scoring in...

THE UNSTOPPABLE FORCE BEHIND LES BLEUS’ COURAGE

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From the quiet hills of Castelnau-Magnoac to the thunderous stadiums of world rugby, Antoine Dupont’s journey is the kind of story sport rarely produces. Raised in a rural village in southwest France, he grew up surrounded by farms, animals, and hard work, a lifestyle that shaped his strength, discipline, and unbreakable character. Long before he became a global superstar, Dupont was just a young boy racing across fields, helping his family, and discovering rugby at the age of four with his local club, Magnoac FC . His rise through the rugby ranks was meteoric. After shining at Auch and making his professional debut with Castres , Dupont’s career truly ignited when he joined Toulouse , France’s most powerful rugby institution. There, he transformed from a talented youngster into a generational force. With Toulouse, he captured multiple Top 14 titles, the prestigious European Champions Cup , and delivered countless match-winning performances that left fans in awe. His explosive runnin...

KLR LEAGUE PROMISES MORE DRAMA IN DECEMBER

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The Kuala Lumpur Rugby League 2025 has reached Week 3, and the excitement is growing louder every Saturday at RRI Hevea Arena . Rugby fans from across the Klang Valley continue to pack the venue, eager to witness the clash of five top city teams battling for this season’s crown. Defending champions Vioba Blues have returned in style. After resting in Week 1, they stormed back with two convincing victories. With star players Acun , Pekka , and Luq strengthening the lineup, the Blues are eyeing a historic three-in-a-row championship. Last year’s runners-up, Mobster Rugby Club , are also on fire. Winning both their opening matches, they look dangerous with key players Ucop , Marcus , Black and Cenaz leading their charge. Meanwhile, Kusess Barbarians are still searching for their first points after three unlucky outings. Despite the results, their spirit remains unbroken. Guided by seasoned players Diego and Shahrin , the Barbarians are showing clear improvement from last season. SJ...

NATIONS CUP OPENS POWERFUL NEW RUGBY CHAPTER

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World Rugby has announced major progress on preparations for the new World Rugby Nations Cup , which will kick off in 2026. All 12 participating teams have now been confirmed, setting the stage for a groundbreaking competition that will help nations prepare for the expanded Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia. The Nations Cup promises an unprecedented level of competitive international rugby for emerging and rising teams. With a strong focus on performance growth, financial development, and meaningful global competition, the tournament will give these nations regular, high-quality Test matches during the July and November windows. All 12 teams, Canada , Chile , Georgia , Hong Kong , Portugal , Romania , Spain , Tonga , Uruguay, USA , Zimbabwe , and Samoa qualified automatically by earning their place at Rugby World Cup 2027. This makes the Nations Cup a true platform for World Cup-bound teams to sharpen their skills. The tournament is closely linked to the new top-tier Nations ...

PDRM EDGE JOHOR IN THRILLING PIALA AGONG FINAL

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Polis DiRaja Malaysia (PDRM) once again proved their dominance as a rugby powerhouse after clinching the 2025 Piala Agong title, defeating Johor 18-17 in a thrilling final at UM Arena earlier this evening. Even sweeter, the victory marked a historic hat-trick of championships for PDRM in Malaysia’s most prestigious rugby tournament. The triumph was nothing short of dramatic. Under head coach Dinesvaran Krishnan , Sang Saka Biru fought until the final moments of the match to break Johor’s hearts. The highly anticipated clash between the two best teams in the country began with both sides missing early penalty chances through Aqasha Daniel Irwan (Johor) and Muhamad Amirul Aqil Kamsol (PDRM). Amirul Aqil later redeemed himself by slotting in a penalty to give PDRM the lead in the 27th minute. Johor, however, responded swiftly two minutes later with a quick-penalty try from naturalised player Sae Faalupega , converted by Aqasha Daniel. Just before halftime, Owen Niue capitalised on...