Uganda 7s emerged as the Africa Men’s 7s first leg winners following a 31-12 victory over Madagascar in the final played at Labourdonnais Sports Grounds, Mauritius.
Aaron Ofoywroth landed the opener at the right corner after beating his markers on the wing.
Uganda 7s double led
Madagascar could have pulled back after earning possession, but they lost the ball, and Uganda quickly launched an attack.
Uganda 7s Nobert Okeny tries to offload. PHOTO/@UgandaRugby
Timothy Kisiga sidestepped his marker before passing to Adrian Kasito for a try, which Philip Wokorach converted, giving Uganda a 12-0 lead.
The Makis responded with a kick and chase, cutting the gap to 12-5. A switch in play saw Philip Wokorach put Ofoywroth through for Uganda’s third try.
After the break, Madagascar hit back with a converted try, bringing their total to 12 points. However, Okeny managed to beat the defense and score a try, pushing Uganda’s lead to 24-12.
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Kisiga then dived over for a try that put the game beyond the Makis, who had enjoyed massive comebacks throughout the competition. Wokorach converted for a final score of 31-12.
Uganda, seeking to qualify for the 2025 World Challenger Series, will be keen to carry this form into next weekend’s tournament to secure overall victory.
Kenya Morans join fellow captain in the Africa Men’s 7s captains shoot. PHOTO/Rugby Africa/Facebook
South Africa settled for third place after a massive 35-7 win. After a cagey first half, SA scored 22 points in the second half to secure the win.
The teams now shift focus to next weekend, where they will battle for the second leg and the decider.
AFRICA MENS 7S DAY 2 RESULTS
Quarterfinal Matches:
Uganda (5) 10-10 (0) Ivory Coast (after extra-time)
Kenya Morans 7-12 South Africa
Zimbabwe Cheetahs 21-24 Burkina Faso
Madagascar 12-5 Mauritius
Ninth places semis –
Zambia 28-21 Algeria
Nigeria 19-5 Tunisia
Fifth place semis
Ivory Coast 7-22 Kenya
Zimbabwe Cheetahs 42-7 Mauritius
Cup semis
Uganda 12-0 South Africa
Burkina Faso 19-24 Madagascar AET
Finals
11th place
Algeria 10-14 Tunisia
Ninth Place
Zambia 22-7 Nigeria
7th place
Ivory Coast 24-19 Mauritius
Fifth place
Kenya 19-28 Zimbabwe
Third place
South Africa 35-7 Burkina Faso
Final
Uganda 31-12 Madagascar
