COLOMBO : Sunday’s intense rugby match between Science College and S. Thomas’ College, a controversial decision sparked post-match chaos.
After the final whistle, which saw Science College suffer a 30-26 defeat, tensions escalated as several Science supporters stormed the field to confront the referees about a disallowed try.
Typically, the home team is responsible for ensuring the safety of the visiting team and the match officials.
Violence in schoolboys’ sports has been an ongoing issue, with several incidents reported in recent years. It is high time that the governing bodies take stern action to prevent such occurrences and safeguard everyone involved in the game.
