BLACKCATZ POUNCE TO VICTORY AT THE SONG KHENG HAI SEVENS

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The Kuching Rugby Football Club (KRFC) Blackcatz emerged victorious in the highly anticipated Song Kheng Hai Sevens rugby tournament, claiming the title after a decisive 26-12 victory over Asajaya RC in the Cup Final. The match, held at the Song Kheng Hai ground, showcased the skill and determination of both teams, but the Blackcatz proved to be the dominant force throughout the competition.

The road to the finals saw KRFC demonstrate their prowess, having secured a commanding 25-0 win against Mukah Rugby in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Asajaya A showed remarkable grit as they edged out WORC with a narrow 12-10 victory to reach the final.

Song Kheng Hai Sevens 2024
Champions: KRFC Blackcatz
Runners-up: Asajaya A
3rd Place: WORC
4th Place: Mukah Rugby
Plate Champions: Falcon RC
Plate Runners-up: Asajaya A
Bowl Champions: Stallion
Bowl Runners-up: UNIMAS Lycan


The final match was attended by prominent figures from the rugby community, including Richard Song Swee Jin, president of the Sarawak Rugby Union (SRU), and other notable dignitaries such as Tan Sri Datuk Amar Mohamad Morshidi Abdul Ghani and Prof Dr. Al-Khalil Othman, president of the Samarahan Rugby Division. Their presence underscored the significance of the event and the growing popularity of rugby in Sarawak.

As the sun set over the tournament, the KRFC Blackcatz celebrated their well-deserved victory, solidifying their reputation as one of the top teams in Sarawak rugby. Their triumph in the Song Kheng Hai Sevens will be remembered as a highlight of the season.

RUGBY ASIA

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