Hong Kong China 45-9 Korea
Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2026 – AREMC Game 2
Hong Kong Football Club, Hong Kong SAR
Hong Kong China secured their seventh consecutive Asia Rugby Emirates Championship title with an impressive 45-9 victory over Korea in Game 2 of the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2026.
The result follows Hong Kong China’s dramatic opening-round victory over Sri Lanka in Colombo, where a late try secured a narrow 15-14 win. With victories in both of their championship matches, Hong Kong China have successfully retained the regional crown.
Playing at home at Hong Kong Football Club, Hong Kong China delivered a composed and clinical performance against a determined Korean side to claim the championship with one match still remaining in the competition.
A standout performance from Jack Bartlett earned him the Emirates Player of the Match Award, recognising his influential contribution to Hong Kong China’s title-winning victory.
The award was presented by Asia Rugby Executive Committee Member Batbayar Purevjargal following the match.
Asia Rugby President Qais Al Dhalai congratulated Hong Kong China, on their achievement.
“Congratulations to Hong Kong China on securing the Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2026 title. Their campaign included two very different challenges, beginning with a hard-fought one-point victory over Sri Lanka in Colombo before today’s strong performance against Korea.
“I would like to congratulate all three participating unions for their commitment and efforts throughout the championship. We now look forward to the final match between Korea and Sri Lanka next week as the tournament concludes.”
Asia Rugby Executive Committee Member Batbayar Purevjargal also praised the efforts of both teams.
“Congratulations to Hong Kong China on winning another Asia Rugby Championship title. They have shown consistency throughout the competition and deservedly secured the championship today.
“It was also a pleasure to present the Emirates Player of the Match Award to Jack Bartlett following an outstanding performance. I would like to thank both teams for an excellent contest and wish Korea and Sri Lanka the very best for next week’s final match.”
The Asia Rugby Emirates Men’s Championship 2026 concludes next weekend with the final fixture of the competition.
Remaining Fixture
AREMC Game 3
Korea vs Sri Lanka
Namdong Asiad Rugby Stadium, Incheon, Korea
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Kick-off: 15:00 Local Time
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The final match will determine the remaining championship placings as Korea and Sri Lanka look to finish their campaigns on a positive note.
