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Plate grabbed by the sturdiest hand

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August 15, 2025

Joes found it hard to defend Ananda Mauls, although they diffused a few of them.

Ananda defended Joes' pick 'n drives quite well, and held up 3 groundings, yet they fell short due to their aforementioned blemishes. Joes continued their 19 offenses count for the third straight week, prompting Paul Hardcastle to issue a re-release of his 1985 hit Single, specifically rewritten for Joes, and also to commemorate the Single's 40th anniversary, but this time without any chance of winning the prestigious Ivor Novello Award.

Referee Tharindu Perera who officiated this match has had an impressive season, and seems to be a promising talent that can strengthen the Sri Lanka Society of Rugby Football Referees (SLSRFR). His stern decision to sanction a penalty against Joes for foul-mouthing was appealing.

Result: Messy Ananda misses out 29-36

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