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Sinar Daily
3 days ago
- Sport
- Sinar Daily
MRSM Balik Pulau clinches first-ever Super Schools Rugby title, dethrones VI
The high-stakes showdown kept supporters from both sides on edge, as MRSM Balik Pulau trailed for much of the match before staging a decisive late-game surge. The team lifted the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Trophy and took back RM15,000, while VI earned RM7,000 as runners-up. Photo source: MRSM Balik Pulau SHAH ALAM – MRSM Balik Pulau made history as the first MRSM school to win the Super Schools Rugby (SSR) title, edging two-time champions Victoria Institution (VI) 14-13 in a tense final at Putrajaya Equestrian Park on July 27. The high-stakes showdown kept supporters from both sides on edge, as MRSM Balik Pulau trailed for much of the match before staging a decisive late-game surge. MRSM Balik Pulau became the first MRSM school to win the SSR title, narrowly defeating Victoria Institution 14-13 in the final. Photo source: MRSM Balik Pulau Mohd Firdaus Zolkfli scored both tries for MRSM Balik Pulau, including the crucial second try in the closing stages. Conversions from Zaim Irsyaduddin Hezrey Fardhilla and Aqil Zikry Abdul Malek sealed the win. Firdaus was named the Milo Grand Final Most Valuable Player and also received the Pos Malaysia Best Forward award. Mara chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi declared a nationwide MRSM holiday on Monday. Photo source: MRSM Balik Pulau The team lifted the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Trophy and took home RM15,000, while VI earned RM7,000 as runners-up. "They gave everything today. This win is years of hard work paying off,' head coach Izzuwan Sukri was reported saying. In celebration, Mara chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi declared a nationwide MRSM holiday on Monday. SSR, organised by Evervive Sdn Bhd, is in its 10th season, with SMS Hulu Selangor and Malay College Kuala Kangsar completing the top four. More Like This
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Free Malaysia Today
6 expelled from MRSM in Melaka over bullying case
Mara chairman Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said bullying will not be tolerated for any reason. (File pic) KUALA BERANG : Six students of a Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) in Melaka have been expelled with immediate effect after they were found to be involved in a bullying incident on July 18. Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) chairman Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the decision followed a disciplinary committee meeting and an investigation that confirmed the students' involvement. He said no appeals will be entertained to ensure the action serves as a lesson to others. 'Mara will not compromise on bullying for any reason. No excuse can justify such behaviour. How severe the bullying comes second. If you touch (bully), you go,' he said after attending the Hulu Terengganu Umno division meeting in Jenagor here today. Asyraf said he had received numerous social media alerts about the incident since July 19 and immediately ordered Mara's management to submit a report, which confirmed the case.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MRSM Balik Pulau deny VI in thrilling SSR final
KUALA LUMPUR: MRSM Balik Pulau (MRSM BP) created history after becoming the first MRSM school to win the Super Schools Rugby (SSR) title yesterday (July 27). MRSM BP edged two-time winners Victoria Institution (VI) 14-13 in a nail-biting grand final which had fans from both teams on the edge of their seats at the Taman Ekuestrian Putrajaya field. MRSM BP trailed for much of the match but made it count when it mattered in the business end of the final. Firdaus Zolkfli, who scored both MRSM BP's tries, was named Milo Grand Final Most Valuable Player and also took the Pos Malaysia Best Forward award. MRSM BP lifted the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Trophy and also walked away with RM15,000 prize money. VI took home RM7,000 for their efforts. It was an emotional victory for MRSM BP head coach Izzuwan Sukri who praised his players for their dedication and fighting spirit. "I'm incredibly proud of my boys. They left everything out there today (July 27). This win is the result of years of hard work," said Izzuwan. "I want to express appreciation to the MARA management for their unwavering support in developing rugby within the MRSM system. We have proven that nothing is impossible." SMS Hulu Selangor and Malay College Kuala Kangsar were the other two semi-finalists this season. SSR, organised by Evervive Sdn Bhd, is in its 10th season this year.
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
MRSM Balik Pulau's historic rugby win earns nationwide holiday for MRSMs
KUALA LUMPUR: Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) boarding schools nationwide will observe a holiday tomorrow (July 28) as a mark of appreciation for MRSM Balik Pulau's triumph in the 2025 Super Schools Rugby Championship today. The announcement was made by Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki via a social media post tonight, in celebration of the team's outstanding achievement, which he described as an honour to the institution. "MRSMs nationwide will observe a holiday tomorrow (July 28, 2025) in conjunction with MRSM Balik Pulau's victory in the 2025 Super Schools Rugby Championship. "Congratulations to the MRSM BP Cougars," he said. The BP Cougars made history by becoming the first MRSM team to win the Super Schools Rugby Championship, edging out Victoria Institution (VI) 14-13 in a thrilling grand final held at the Putrajaya Equestrian Park. Meanwhile, Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar also extended his congratulations in a Facebook post, applauding the team's hard-fought win. "What made the victory even sweeter was defeating the formidable Victoria Institution in a fiercely contested final earlier this evening. "After 10 years of participating in the tournament, the Cougars have finally clinched the prestigious title. "Well done MRSM Balik Pulau for continuing to bring pride to your school and Mara," he said. – BERNAMA
The Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
MRSM declares holiday after historic rugby championship win
KUALA LUMPUR: Maktab Rendah Sains MARA (MRSM) boarding schools across the country will enjoy a holiday tomorrow following MRSM Balik Pulau's historic win in the 2025 Super Schools Rugby Championship. The announcement was made by MARA chairman Datuk Dr Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki in a social media post, praising the team's achievement. 'All MRSM nationwide will observe a holiday tomorrow (July 28, 2025) in conjunction with MRSM Balik Pulau's victory in the 2025 Super Schools Rugby Championship. Congratulations to the MRSM BP Cougars,' he said. The BP Cougars secured a dramatic 14-13 win against Victoria Institution (VI) in the final held at Putrajaya Equestrian Park, marking the first time an MRSM team has won the prestigious tournament. Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar also congratulated the team, highlighting their perseverance. 'After 10 years of competing, the Cougars have finally claimed the title. Well done MRSM Balik Pulau for bringing pride to your school and MARA,' he said in a Facebook post. – Bernama
