Sri Lanka secured a commanding 49–7 victory over Kazakhstan in their opening match of the 2026 Asia Rugby Emirates Men's Sevens Series in Suzhou, China.

Sri Lanka began their tournament campaign at the 2026 Asia Rugby Emirates Men's Sevens Series with an emphatic performance against Kazakhstan on Thursday. The match, held in Suzhou, China, saw the Sri Lankan team establish control from the outset, building a substantial lead in the first half.

The Sri Lankan side dominated the opening period, accumulating 28 points before the interval without conceding any score. The team maintained their momentum throughout the second half, adding a further 21 points to their tally while restricting their opponents to just seven points, resulting in a final scoreline of 49–7.

The decisive victory sets a strong foundation for Sri Lanka's participation in the regional sevens competition as they advance through the tournament stages.