Odisha Women Dominate Bihar to Claim National Rugby 7s Championship Title

The Odisha women's rugby team showcased their dominance by defeating Bihar 27-0 in the 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship. Led by Nirmalya Rout's impressive performance, the team secured their third national title in six years. The match highlights included significant contributions from Tarulata Naik and Parbati Hansdah. West Bengal claimed the bronze medal by defeating Delhi. The men's competition is set to follow on April 20-21. Read on for more details about this thrilling championship!

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 18, 2026, 11:02 IST

Odisha Women Triumph in Rugby 7s Championship

Rajgir (Bihar): In a stunning display of skill, the Odisha women's rugby team secured a remarkable 27-0 victory against the reigning champions, Bihar, to clinch the title at the 13th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship held here on Friday. Nirmalya Rout was a standout performer, contributing 15 points with three tries, while Tarulata Naik added another 10 points through two tries. Parbati Hansdah also made her mark on the scoreboard, ensuring a decisive win and marking Odisha's third national title in just six years. In the battle for third place, West Bengal triumphed over Delhi with a score of 26-0, with contributions from Riya Oraon (7 points), Rima Oraon (5 points), Namista Oraon (5 points), and Sandhya Rai (9 points). In the semifinals, Odisha defeated West Bengal 31-7, while Bihar overcame Delhi with a score of 33-7. The men's tournament is scheduled for April 20-21.