Sorovi end 9s season on a high

 By JACK AMI

SOROVI shocked M4M Bulldogs (1) 4-0 in Popondetta Rugby League Nines competition on Sunday.

The team from the Oil Blocks and Biru Jail edged the Mendi-Tari Compound opposition in a closely fought affair.

They are currently in eighth place and out of contention for the playoffs next week but showed they were determined to finish the season off on a high note.

Sorovis’ stars were five-eighth John Mabol, Moses Nul, Tom Isese, Abey Wai, and Keta Mako.

The loss has pushed the Northern Motel-sponsored Bulldogs to fourth place in the nine-team competition. 

Meanwhile, the Higaturu Tigers claimed two victories over Buna 24-0 and Sauga Warriors 26-8 to top the table. They have the bye on this weekend.

Standings: Tigers 28, Sauga Warriors 27, Bulldogs (2) 26, Bulldogs (1) 25, Buna 23, Sangi Raiders 22, Royals 14, Sorovi 10, Medics 7.

Results: Bulldogs (2) 24 Raiders 6, Medics 10 Royals 8, Raiders 6 Sorovi 4, Bulldogs (1) 12 Medics 6, Sauga Warriors 8 Bulldogs (2) 4, Royals 16 Raiders 0, Bulldogs (2) 12 Medics 4, Sorovi 12 Buna 4.