Menengai Oilers head coach Gibson Weru has made six changes to his squad for the Dala 7s tournament, set to take place at Mamboleo Grounds on Saturday and Sunday.
Weru has called up Kenya Simbas trio Beldad Ogeta, Timothy Okwemba, and Abutwalib Wesonga, with Wesonga named as the 13th player.
Menengai Oilers trio
The three featured in the Rugby Africa Cup, where the Simbas finished in fourth place.
Menengao Oilers vs Nondies in a past match. PHOTO/Scrummage
Amos Obae, who joined the Oilers from town rivals Nakuru RFC, has also been included in the squad after missing the Kakamega Ingo 7s.
Steve Arunga and Brian Achacha return to the squad after their absence from the Kakamega 7s. Ovuamu Samuel, James Asanga, Andrew Odero, Chebet Kelvin, Amos Onyinkwa, and Glacious Owino have been omitted.
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Samuel Mwaura will captain the side, which retains Dennis Abukuse, Eric Ogutu, Byron Lucky, Clarkson Keegan, and Alvin Khavoli.
ine out contest between Catholic Monks and Mengai Oilers. Photo. Dave Mwaura
The Oilers are placed in Pool A, alongside Kenya Harlequin, Strathmore Leos, and Mwamba RFC. The team will be aiming to make a strong showing in Kisumu, seeking to improve on their previous performance where they missed out on the semifinals.
Menengai Oilers squad for Dala 7s:
- Samuel Mwaura (C)
- Steve Arunga
- Timothy Omela
- Amos Obae
- Eugene Lubanga
- Dennis Abukuse
- Eric Ogutu
- Beldad Ogeta
- Byron Lucky
- Clarkson Keegan
- Alvin Khavoli
- Brian Achacha
- Abutwalib Wesonga
