Blak Blad have made three changes to their squad ahead of their Impala Floodlit semi-final match against Nondies, scheduled for Saturday night at Impala Club.
The front row remains unchanged with Austin Adero, Antony Amayi, and Brian Kidake. In the second row, Dennis Opiyo steps in to partner with Steve Odhiambo, while Lowell Mwanika joins the back row following Opiyo’s positional switch, linking up with Obat Kuke and Randy Wamah.
Jenkins Kipruto retains his spot at scrum-half, while Daniel Oyoo comes in at fly-half, replacing Enock Oduor.
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The midfield features Benjamin Rugar and Jared Odhiambo, with David Ochieng stepping out. Completing the back three are Shuaib Wesonga, Archadius Khwesa, and Kelvin Gathu.
The bench consists of Brian Shile, Dessaily Wafula, Collins Obure, Bryceson Ogamba, Ian Obukwa, Derrick Masese, Enock Oduor, and Elvis Otete.
Blak Blad advanced to this stage after a close 9-8 victory over defending champions KCB Rugby in the quarterfinals.
Blak Blad Starting XV:
- Austin Adero
- Antony Amayi
- Brian Kidake
- Dennis Opiyo
- Steve Odhiambo
- Lowell Mwanika
- Obat Kuke
- Randy Wamah
- Jenkins Kipruto
- Daniel Oyoo
- Shuaib Wesonga
- Benjamin Rugar
- Jared Odhiambo
- Archadius Khwesa
- Kelvin Gathu
Replacements:
16. Brian Shile
17. Dessaily Wafula
18. Collins Obure
19. Bryceson Ogamba
20. Ian Obukwa
21. Derrick Masese
22. Enock Oduor
23. Elvis Otete
