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Terengganu, Johor to Clash in Agong's Cup Rugby Final
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Terengganu, Johor to Clash in Agong's Cup Rugby Final

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Terengganu and Johor will compete in the 42nd Agong's Cup Rugby Championship final after winning their semifinals.
  • Terengganu narrowly defeated defending champions PDRM 22-20, while Johor staged a comeback to beat Kelantan 32-29.
  • The final is scheduled for June 28 at UiTM Shah Alam Stadium, with the third-place playoff also held on the same day.

Terengganu and Johor have secured their spots in the final of the 42nd Agong's Cup Rugby Championship, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown. Terengganu clinched their place by edging out the defending champions, PDRM, with a nail-biting 22-20 victory at the Tengku Muhammad Ismail Rugby Stadium.

The East Coast squad displayed a powerful performance, leading 17-14 at halftime and successfully defending their slim advantage until the final whistle. This win marks a significant achievement for Terengganu, offering them a chance to claim the Agong's Cup after eliminating the previous titleholders.

Meanwhile, Johor mounted an extraordinary comeback to defeat Kelantan 32-29 in another intense semifinal at Pasir Gudang Stadium. Trailing 12-20 at the half, Johor staged a fierce rally in the second half to turn the tables and secure their victory. This triumph propels Johor into the final for the third consecutive time, solidifying their status as a dominant force in national rugby.

The 42nd Agong's Cup, which began on May 9, now heads to its climax with Terengganu and Johor vying for the season's championship. PDRM and Kelantan will compete for third place on June 28 at UiTM Shah Alam Stadium, with the final between Terengganu and Johor taking place later that day at the same venue.

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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.