Rhinos coach Calum Oliver has announced his squad for the Rugby Super Series second-round match against Buffaloes at Nakuru Athletics Club on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
The squad features several changes from the opening-round loss to Lions.
Rhinos changes
In the front row, Mohamed Khadir replaces Abel Matanda, joining Adam Mugo and Meshack Tunechi.
In the second row, John Aswani takes over from Stanislous Shikoli and will partner with Ryan Odua.
The back row sees Laban Kipsang replacing Barnabas Owuor, joining team captain Steve Odhiambo and Sheldon Kahi.
In the backline, Arnold Muita replaces Ian Mumbwani, while Ervin Asena retains his fly-half position.
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Shem Okola has been called up to partner with Paul Mutsami in the centre, with Charles Odhiambo dropping to the bench.
On the wings, Victor Odhiambo comes in for Zeden Marrow on the left, Andrew Matoka takes the right, and Amon Wamalwa fills the fullback role.
Coach Oliver’s squad is focused on securing their first win of the tournament after a challenging start.
Rhinos starting squad
- Mohamed Khadir
- Adam Mugo
- Meshack Tunnech
- Ryan Odua
- John Aswani
- Steven Odhiambo (c)
- Laban Kipsang
- Sheldon Kahi
- Arnold Muita
- Evin Asena
- Victor Odhiambo
- Shem Okola
- Paul Mutsami
- Matoka Matoka
- Harmony Wamalwa
- Dennis Tuibei
- Eric Shimoli
- Raymond Chacha
- Charlton Mokua
- Patrick Wainaina
- Bruce Odhiambo
- Charles Odhiambo
- Charles Omondi
