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FEARLESS KUALA LUMPUR READY FOR BIGGEST TEST

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Kuala Lumpur may have finished fourth in Pool A, but their Piala Agong 2026 journey is about far more than results and standings. From the opening round, KL showed they belonged among Malaysia 's best. They pushed tournament favourites Terengganu to the limit before narrowly falling short and remained highly competitive throughout the competition. While luck may not always have been on their side, their performances earned respect across the tournament. What makes this team special is its foundation. More than 80 percent of the squad consists of players developed through the Kuala Lumpur Rugby League . These are local talents who have worked their way up through the KL rugby system, proving that dedication and hard work can compete with the best. Much of the credit goes to team manager Shahrin Shamsuddin , who has helped build a strong and united squad. Head coach Dr Ahmad Fadzlee has also played a key role, sharing his knowledge and experience to help the team continue growin...

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...

AGONG CUP QUARTERFINALS SET AFTER THRILLING GROUP STAGE

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After five weeks of pulsating action, the Agong Cup group stage has concluded, with all ten teams battling hard for glory in Malaysia ’s most prestigious rugby competition. Defending champions PDRM lived up to their billing, topping Group A with a flawless record of four wins from four matches. Under the guidance of former national stars Dineswaran Krishnan and Yusli Ramli , the Police Team have now set their sights on a historic fifth title, having lifted the Agong Cup four times since 1983. Group B belonged to Johor , who collected maximum points under the leadership of head coach Rodney So’oialo . Last year’s finalists are chasing their third Agong Cup crown, with their most recent triumph dating back to 2017. Meanwhile, Pahang and Kedah ’s campaigns came to a bitter end after finishing bottom of their respective groups, leaving the big guns and dark horses to charge into the quarterfinals. The Piala Agong , first contested in 1983, is Malaysia’s biggest and longest-running rugb...