South Korea edged out Sri Lanka 38-34 in a gripping Asia Rugby Men’s Championship 2025 clash at the Race Course stadium this evening (13).

Despite leading 17-14 at halftime, Sri Lanka's struggles in the scrums proved costly as South Korea’s powerful forwards took control in the second half.

The visitors scored 6 tries compared to Sri Lanka’s 5, with the hosts adding a penalty to keep the scores tight.

Sri Lanka now heads to Hong Kong for their next fixture in the championship.