Link Natural Products (Pvt) Ltd, home to the popular Samahan brand, has retained the Mercantile Rugby 7s Cup after defeating John Keells Holdings PLC 28-17 in the final of the 54th Mercantile Rugby 7s tournament.
The tournament was held on November 13 and 14 at the CR&FC Grounds in Colombo.
The victory marked Link Natural’s second consecutive Cup title, following its championship-winning debut at the 53rd Mercantile Rugby 7s in 2025.
Organised by the Mercantile Rugby Football Association (MRFA), the tournament is one of Sri Lanka’s longest-running corporate sporting events, having first been held in 1966.
Link Natural’s performance in the final highlighted the team’s strength, speed and coordination as it successfully defended its title against John Keells Holdings.
Commenting on the achievement, Link Natural Products CEO Ashan Ransilige said the victory was a proud moment for the company.
“Retaining this title is a proud moment for the entire Link Natural family. It reflects the same values we live by every day – preparation, teamwork and the determination to deliver our best. We congratulate our players, coaches and everyone who supported the team,” he said.
The company said the back-to-back championship reflected its commitment to teamwork, discipline and consistent performance, both on and off the rugby field. (Newswire)
