SportSri Lanka Rugby (SLR) intends to further broad-base Rugby by introducing the game to Girls' schools. That's one of the reasons the SLR is really focused on reaching Girls' Schools," Mohamed stated. Rugby is identified as the most popular and followed sport at domestic level, with the Schools Rugby League Championship taking top spot. However, besides some Club Rugby games, the Dialog Rugby League Championship has failed to generate attendance while Women's Rugby matches are no exception. We are highly aware that, even a high-calibre tournament among Girls' Schools could be a more attractive and competitive.

Source: Sunday Times November 28, 2016 13:33 UTC