Mawanella Zahira Rugby

Summa Super 16 Junior Rugby Carnival

It was a great experience for our young Zahirans as two U12 teams participated in the tournament.

Team A
Zahira 2–3 Piliyandhala A ❌
Zahira 0–0 Al Shafa 🤝
Zahira 4–0 Mahanama ✅

Team B
Zahira 1–2 Lalith Athulathmudali B ❌
Zahira 2–3 Piliyandhala B ❌
Zahira 1–4 St. Anthony’s D ❌

A valuable learning curve for our young lads, gaining match experience, confidence and exposure. 💙🤍❤️

Proud of their effort and fighting spirit!

A Rugby introductory session was conducted for the Grade 5 boys at the Primary Section grounds.

The session provided the boys with a basic understanding of the game while introducing them to the fundamentals of rugby and encouraging their interest in the sport.

A great start to their rugby journey! 💙🤍❤️

Message from the 2026 Zahira 1st XV Rugby Team to the Mentor

A heartfelt thank you to Hasan Nawas for your dedication, commitment, and unwavering support throughout the season Your hard work behind the scenes, constant encouragement, and leadership have made a meaningful impact on our team. We are truly grateful for everything you have done to help us grow both on and off the field. Wishing you continued success, happiness, and all the very best in the future.

Message from 2026 1st XV team to the coach

On behalf of the 2026 Zahira College 1st XV Rugby Team we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Coach Mohamed Faizal for his dedication leadership, and unwavering support throughout the season Your guidance commitment, and belief in us have helped shape us both on and off the field. Thank you for every lesson, every challenge, and every moment of encouragement. We wish you continued success, happiness, and all the very best in the years ahead.

Sabaragamuwa Province Schools Games 2026 – Rugby

Zahira College, Mawanella secured 3rd Place in the Provincial 12 a side Rugby Tournament.

✅ Quarter Final
Zahira College Mawanella 34 – 0 President's College Embilipitiya

❌ Semi Final
Zahira College Mawanella 7 – 24 Thalduwa Buddhist College

✅ 3rd Place Playoff
Zahira College Mawanella 35 – 0 Eheliyagoda Central College

Congratulations to the players, coaches, and everyone who contributed to this achievement. Well done, lads!

The season ends in defeat, not the result we were hoping for. Zahira College, Mawanella, lost to St. Thomas' College, Bandarawela, 39–05.
Despite the result, we are proud of our boys for their hard work, dedication, and commitment throughout the season. Thank you to everyone who supported the team every step of the way.

Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 – Cup Segment Final

Zahira College Mawanella 🆚 St. Thomas’ Bandarawela

📅 Date: 14th June 2026
📍 Venue: Kegalle Vidyalaya Grounds
⏰ Kick-off: 2:00 PM

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here. The final match of the season, and it’s a home game! Let’s stand together and back our boys all the way.

Final push! let’s do this, Zahirians!

Not the result we were hoping for, but every setback is a lesson and every challenge builds character. Zahira College Mawanella 5 - Nalanda College Colombo 50
Heads up and eyes forward. Next up, St. Thomas’ College Bandarawela. Insha Allah, the boys will bounce back stronger.

Dialog Schools Rugby League 2026 - Cup Segment

Zahira College Mawanella 🆚 Nalanda College Colombo

📅 Date: 6th June 2026
📍 Venue: Ananda College Rugby Grounds
⏰ Kickoff: 2.00 PM

The second battle of the Cup Segment is here. After the last outing, the boys are hungrier than ever and ready to give everything on the field. Be there for Zahira. Stand with the boys. Be the 16th man.

Not the result we fought for as we fell 47–07, but the badge was carried with pride until the final whistle. Every setback builds character, every battle teaches lessons. We rise again stronger.