The Mercantile Rugby Football Association (MRFA) is proud to announce the official dates for one of the most anticipated fixtures in the corporate sporting calendar, and the most popular historical rugby sevens event in the country: the 54th Mercantile Rugby Sevens, from 13 to 15 November 2026. Spanning more than five decades, the Mercantile Rugby Sevens is one of Sri Lanka’s most respected sporting traditions, known for intense competition, camaraderie and sportsmanship in the corporate sector. The 2026 edition will again showcase speed, skill and pride. MRFA invites mercantile institutions nationwide to take part — whether defending a legacy or arriving as a new challenger. The sevens are played in three categories: • Cup — an open competition with no limit on registered club players. • Bowl — up to four registered club players in the squad, with three on the field at a time. • Shield — up to two registered club players, with only one on the field at any time. This tiered structure is designed to welcome more teams while keeping the quality and competitiveness that have marked the tournament for over fifty years. Team registrations will open shortly. Interested teams should submit entries early to secure a place. Coverage: https://www.thepapare.com/54th-mercantile-rugby-sevens-officially-scheduled-for-november-13-15-2026/
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