Mongers survive late Impis Scare, Nile Rapids stun Avengers in a dramatic draw, Victoria Sharks seal second draw.
Week 3 of the Uganda Rugby Premiership delivered thrills on the rainy February 21st, with women’s teams asserting dominance and men’s matches featuring a blockbuster upset and nail-biting draws. Played across various venues, the results shake up the standings and set the stage for intense rivalries ahead.
Women’s Premiership:
The women’s division saw ruthless performances from the top sides. Black Pearls crushed She Wolves 44-0, showcasing clinical attacking play and flawless defence to extend their unbeaten run. Thunderbirds followed suit, overpowering Ewes 25-0 with superior forward power and backline speed.
A standout draw came in the Avengers vs Nile Rapids clash, ending 6-6. Both teams traded blows in a gritty contest, with Rapids’ resilience denying Avengers a victory and showing their potential as dark horses on a rise to dominate.
Men’s Premiership:
The men’s fixtures exploded with high scores, and drama. Heathens demolished Warriors 59-0, running in tries at will behind a rampant back row and pinpoint kicking, a statement win that cements them as weekends most points scorers at 5D Ranch in Kira.
KCB KOBs routed Hippos 50-12, Stanbic Black Pirates overwhelmed Rhinos 45-10 in what turned out to be a try scoring fiesta for Allan Karuhanga, and Umar Duff. Toyota Buffaloes blanked Kakira 31-0 in Kyadondo following successful set plays, and power moves.
The real excitement brewed elsewhere: Plascon Mongers held off Impis 17-16 in a last-gasp defensive masterclass, while Walukuba and Victoria Sharks battled to a tense 18-18 stalemate.
These results shook up the table, with Mongers maintaining 2nd place, and Impis left ruing missed chances, descending to 5th Position.
Table Standings
More action to come in Game Week 4, Including an anticipated blockbuster match between Platinum Credit Heathens hosting the Stanbic Black Pirates.
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