The Dialog Schools Rugby League heads into the Super Round today (4th June 2026). With plenty at stake across all three segments, let’s take a closer look at what’s in store this week.
Plate Segment
St. Joseph’s College vs S. Thomas’ College
The Super Round gets underway with a traditional fixture as the Josephians host the Thomians for the Lady Jayatilleke Shield. Both teams have some heavy hitters up front, making this an interesting battle and one of the closer games to call. Both teams will also have plenty to prove, as they would have fancied a Cup Segment berth at the start of the season. Expect a tight game, but the Thomians go in as favourites owing to their greater individual quality in the backs.
Prediction – S. Thomas’ College win
St. Anthony’s College vs Thurstan College
There will be relief in both camps, considering they have ensured safety by avoiding the Bowl Segment. There may also be a bit of disappointment in the Thurstanite camp, as they were in contention for a place in the Cup Segment until the final week. It should be another evenly matched contest on paper, but form and home advantage give the Eagles the favourites tag.
Prediction – St. Anthony’s College win
Sri Sumangala College vs Ananda College
Another intriguing clash awaits as two teams with very contrasting styles of play lock horns in Pallekele. The Maroons will rely heavily on their set pieces, while a more open game will favour Sri Sumangala. Once again, home advantage puts the favourites tag on Sri Sumangala College, as this will be Ananda’s first trip outside Colombo this season.
Prediction – Sri Sumangala College win
Bowl Segment
Prince of Wales College vs D.S. Senanayake College
Nothing seems to have gone the Dons’ way this season. Much was expected of them after they clinched the Plate Championship last time out. However, they have failed to live up to expectations and now find themselves fighting for survival in the top flight. They will no doubt enter the Bowl Segment as one of the favourites, and they are expected to take maximum points against the Cambrians, who are still struggling to adapt.
Prediction – D.S. Senanayake College win
Mahanama College vs Kingswood College
Another slight mismatch in the Bowl Segment. Kingswood College have been on a steady rise and have ended up on the wrong side of a couple of extremely close games, leaving them slightly unlucky to find themselves in the Bowl Segment. Mahanama, on the other hand, come into the game off the back of some heavy defeats in the first round, although they do have home advantage on their side.
Prediction – Kingswood College win
Lumbini College vs Science College
Arguably the closest game in the Bowl Segment this week, featuring two teams that traditionally love to run the ball. However, Science College’s forward play has been a breath of fresh air this season, particularly their work off the lineout. One expects that extra impetus up front to make the difference in this encounter.
Prediction – Science College win
Cup Segment
Isipathana College vs Royal College
We kick off the Cup Segment with a cracker as Isipathana College host the Royalists for the Major Milroy Fernando Memorial Trophy. Apart from the silverware, this will be a crucial game for both sides, as only two points separate them heading into the Super Round. A win here will be vital to keep their title ambitions alive. The battle among the forwards will be crucial in determining the outcome. The game sits on a knife-edge, but home advantage gives the Green Machine a very slight edge.
Prediction – Isipathana College win
St. Peter’s College vs Zahira College
Zahira College have played out of their skin to earn a place in the Cup Segment. Whether they can maintain that intensity remains the question on everyone’s mind. The Peterites, on the other hand, managed to pull a rabbit out of the hat against Wesley College but will need to tighten things up before their Cup Segment campaign begins. Their set pieces, in particular, have been a major concern and are something the Zahirians will be keen to exploit. The Bamba Brigade will need their forwards to step up and lay the platform for their talented backline to flourish.
Prediction – St. Peter’s College win
Wesley College vs Trinity College
Wesley College are yet to hit their stride this season. Despite winning four games in the first round, they have not been without some shaky moments. Trinity College, meanwhile, have been a class apart and enter this contest as firm favourites. However, you can never count out the Double Blues.
Prediction – Trinity College win
Who will seize the early momentum in the Super Round?
Tune in to Sri Lanka’s Number One Sports Channel to find out. All games will go live at 3:45 p.m., with kick-off scheduled for 4:15 p.m.
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