The Rugby Super Series kicked off with a strong start, with the Lions and Cheetahs both securing victories on the opening day.
Lions flyhalf Elvis Namusasi tops the points leaderboard with a total of nine points, thanks to his three successful conversions and a penalty kick in the Lions’ commanding 29-7 win against the Rhinos.
Following closely in second place is Cheetahs’ Quinto Ongo, who managed eight points through two successful penalty kicks and a conversion in their 18-5 victory over the Buffaloes. His precision with the boot played a crucial role in the Cheetahs’ win.
The Cheetahs’ duo of Celestine Mboi and Clinton Juma are tied for third and fourth place, each scoring five points from their respective tries against the Buffaloes. Their efforts on the field helped to secure the Cheetahs’ opening day victory.
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The Buffaloes’ sole try scorer in the match against the Cheetahs, Collins Indeche, is also on the leaderboard, securing fifth place with five points, thanks to his try.
The Lions’ decisive 29-7 victory over the Rhinos saw multiple players contributing to the scoreboard. Givens Oduor, Obat Kuke, Felix Ojoo, and Benjamin Rugar each scored a try, earning them a spot on the leaderboard with five points apiece.
Sheldon Kahi, who scored a late try for the Rhinos in their match against the Lions, also finds himself on the leaderboard with five points. Evin Asena, who successfully converted Kahi’s try, is ranked with two points.
Rugby Super Series points scorers log
9 Points Elvis Namusasi LIONS
8 points Quinto Ongo CHEETAHS
5 points Celestine Mboi CHEETAHS
5 points Clinton Juma CHEETAHS
5 points Collins Indeche BUFFALOES
5 points Givens Oduor LIONS
5 points Obat Kuke LIONS
5 points Felix Ojoo LION
5 points Benjamin Rugar LIONS
5 points Sheldon Kahi RHINOS
2 Points Evin Asena RHINOS
Elvis Namusasi (#LionsRSS) and Quinto Ongo (#CheetahsRSS) lead the overall point scorers after round 1.
Eight other players tied on one try each. #RugbySuperSeries pic.twitter.com/PIBXaOkIsZ
— Rugby Super Series (@superseriesKE) May 5, 2024
