“Edinburgh” Dimitri Basilaia, player of the Georgian national rugby union team, beat “Benetton” of Italy in the 6th round of “Celtic League”. The Georgian legionary played at high level and earned try assist.
Two weeks ago the 27-year-old “Lelo” played a key role in beating “Munster” at “Heineken Cup”. But he had injury and did not play against “Perpignan”. Basilaia was in lineup against “Treviso” but was substituted at the 38th minute because of injury.
In spite of great advantage, “Edinburgh” won the half 10:3. At the 67th minute the Italians restored balance (13:13) but the hosts scored try at the 74th minute and won 20:13.
Basilaia plays regularly this year. Hopefully, his injury will not be serious and will help the Georgian national team in November. As for “Celtic League”, it has 8 points and is in the 10th place. The team will host “Zebre” of Italy on 2 November.
Zura Ksovreli
