Week 7 of the Showtime Bowl Series XIII kicked off with fireworks at the Showtime Arena in Lekki, as Warriors Flag Football and Lagos Raptors produced ruthless performances that left fans gasping and opponents reeling.
Both games ended early under the mercy rule, which is applied when a team leads by more than 50 points — a rare occurrence that underscores the sheer dominance on display.
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In the first clash of the day, the defending champions, Warriors Flag Football, showed why they remain one of the most feared teams in the league, dismantling Mainland Long Horns with a staggering 55–0 victory. The Warriors’ precision passing, rapid transitions, and unrelenting defense ensured the Long Horns barely had a moment to breathe before the mercy rule sealed their fate.
One fan in attendance described the performance as “vintage Showtime football — fast, fierce, and flawless.” The Warriors’ relentless pursuit of another championship seems undeterred as they continue to chase down league leaders Panthers Sports in the standings.
The second matchup saw the Lagos Raptors unleash a similar level of dominance, thrashing Lagos Alpha Flag Football 61–6 before the mercy rule was invoked. The Raptors’ quarterback connected with his receivers effortlessly, while their defense shut down every attempt from the Alpha side to build rhythm or confidence.
Spectators at the Showtime Arena were treated to non-stop excitement, with the crowd roaring as touchdowns kept coming in quick succession. Online, more than 100,000 viewers tuned in to watch the stream on Sports247Naija, making Week 7 one of the most-watched game days of the season so far.
With such emphatic wins, both Warriors and Raptors have sent a clear message to the rest of the league — no team is safe, and the road to the playoffs will be ruthless.
The Showtime Bowl Series XIII continues next week as teams battle for playoff positions, but after this weekend’s display, one thing is certain: the Warriors and Raptors are not just here to play — they’re here to dominate
