Srilanka, March 2 -- Kandy Sports Club, the unbeaten table leaders, stormed to a resounding 50-17 victory over Air Force SC in the opening match of the Cup Segment of the Mastercard 'A' Division Inter-Club League Rugby Tournament at the Air Force ground in Ratmalana yesterday.

Leading 31-5 at half time, Kandy SC showcased their superiority with a clinical all-round performance.

Air Force SC struck first in the ninth minute when Number Eight Shashika Fernando powered over for an unconverted try, giving the home side an early 5-0 lead.

Kandy SC responded swiftly as their playmaker and leading points scorer, Tarinda Ratwatte, slotted a penalty in the 12th minute, narrowing the gap to 5-3.

The momentum shifted decisively in Kandy's favour w...