Odisha Women Dominate 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship
The Odisha women's rugby team triumphed in the 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship, defeating Bihar 27-0. Key players included Nirmalya Rout, with 15 points, and Tarulata Naik with 10 points. Odisha claimed their third national title in six years. West Bengal secured bronze with a strong performance against Delhi.
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The Odisha women's rugby team has clinched the title at the 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship with a remarkable 27-0 victory over defending champions Bihar. Nirmalya Rout was pivotal, contributing 15 points through three successful tries, while her teammate Tarulata Naik secured 10 points with two tries.
Adding the finishing touch to the match, Parbati Hansdah registered on the scoresheet, cementing Odisha's comprehensive win. This victory marks the team's third national title in just six years, showcasing their dominance in the sport.
In other matches, West Bengal claimed the bronze medal with a convincing 26-0 win over Delhi. Riya Oraon, Rima Oraon, Namista Oraon, and Sandhya Rai shared in the scoring efforts. Meanwhile, the men's competition is set to occur on April 20-21, drawing further excitement to the rugby scene.
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