Bulls completed a dramatic second-half comeback to defeat Nungua Tigers 22–20 at the University of Ghana Rugby Stadium on Sunday, overturning a four-point half-time deficit in one of the most closely contested matches of the Men's 13s Championship group stage.

Nungua Tigers made the stronger start, with Emmanuel Darku crossing for the opening try in the first minute. Charles Kwaku Dzisah converted in the second minute to give Tigers an early 6–0 lead.

Bulls responded through Kevin Boadu, who scored in the 23rd minute. Darryl Amoatey's conversion attempt was unsuccessful, leaving Bulls trailing 6–4.

Tigers restored their advantage in the 19th minute when Godfred Aikins scored their second try, with Dzisah adding the conversion a minute later to move Tigers 12–4 ahead.

Bulls continued to fight their way back into the contest and Bright Bawah crossed in the 29th minute. Amoatey's conversion was unsuccessful, but the try reduced the deficit to four points.

At half-time, Nungua Tigers held a narrow 12–8 lead.

Bulls returned from the break with greater urgency and turned the match around in the second half. Collins Kweku Ofosu scored in the 41st minute, although Amoatey was unable to convert. Just three minutes later, Wilkins Nii Kpani Addy crossed for another Bulls try, putting them in front.

Emmanuel Arku Boison then added Bulls' fifth try in the 61st minute. This time Amoatey converted successfully in the 62nd minute, giving Bulls a 22–12 advantage.

Tigers, however, refused to surrender. Godfred Aikins completed his hat-trick with his second half tries in the 55th and 73rd minutes, with his final effort bringing Tigers within two points of Bulls and setting up a tense finish.

Despite the late pressure from Tigers, Bulls held their defensive line and managed the final stages to secure a 22–20 victory.

Aikins was the standout performer for Nungua Tigers, finishing with a hat-trick, while Bulls had contributions from five different try scorers: Kevin Boadu, Bright Bawah, Collins Kweku Ofosu, Wilkins Nii Kpani Addy and Emmanuel Arku Boison.

The victory capped Bulls' group-stage campaign and confirmed their place in the Championship Final. They will now await the winner of the Panthers–Dragon's playoff, which will determine their opponent for the 2026 Men's 13s Championship title.

For Nungua Tigers, the result brought their campaign to a close after a spirited performance against the group leaders, with the team pushing Bulls to the final stages before eventually falling by just two points.

Final Score: Bulls 22–20 Nungua Tigers.

Half-Time: Nungua Tigers 12–8 Bulls.

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