Indian Senior Women’s Rugby sevens team gears up for leg 2 of Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series 2025 in Colombo
(source : ANI) ( Photo Credit : ani)
Mumbai, India – The Indian women’s rugby team is on a roll. After a strong 6‑th place finish in Hangzhou, the squad has been announced for the next stop of the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on October 18‑19.
### A Quick Recap
India entered the first leg of the series as the 10th seed but surprised many by landing in the top six. Wins on the day—24‑5 over the Philippines and 19‑12 against the UAE—showed that the team is growing in strength, skill and confidence. The Series pits the continent’s best 12 national teams in multiple legs, with points adding up to decide the overall champion.
### Building on Momentum
Rahul Bose, president of the Indian Rugby Football Union, said the Hangzhou performance was “encouraging and inspiring.” He added that finishing sixth on a debut in Asia’s premier competition reflects the progress of India’s women’s rugby program. “As we head to Colombo, we’ll keep building on this momentum and bring India closer to the top of Asian rugby,” he said.
Head coach Paul Delport echoed that sentiment. “We learned a lot from Leg 1, especially about execution and consistency. Now it’s about turning those lessons into results in Colombo,” he noted. “The players have shown great commitment and are ready to bring confidence and clarity to the game.”
Captain Shikha Yadav expressed a mix of pride and ambition. “We’re proud of what we achieved in Hangzhou. Every game makes us stronger and more connected as a team,” she said. “We’re heading to Colombo focused, determined, and excited to give our best for India.”
### The Squad for Colombo
The lineup for the Colombo leg keeps the core players from Hangzhou and adds a few returning stars, boosting depth and experience. The confirmed squad includes:
– Shikha Yadav (captain)
– Dumuni Marndi (vice‑captain)
– Amandeep Kaur
– Ujjwala Ghuge
– Guriya Kumari
– Sandhya Rai
– Bhumika Shukla
– Sandhyarani Tudu
– Nirmalya Rout
– Arti Kumari
– Kalyani Patil
– Vaishnavi Patil
– Tarulata Naik
These athletes are set to sharpen their skills and bring the Indian flag to Sri Lanka’s rugby field.
### Why It Matters
India’s performance in Hangzhou sent a clear message: the women’s rugby program is gaining traction and competing with the best in Asia. With the Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Series offering a platform for tight competition and visibility, the next leg in Colombo is a chance for the team to cement its status and climb the rankings.
Fans and supporters can expect a competitive show as India aims to finish high in the finals, showcasing the progress of women’s rugby across the region. Stay tuned for updates from Colombo as the Indian squad takes on Asia’s top teams and strives for a podium finish.
Source: aninews
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