KCB Rugby head coach Oliver Mang’eni has made six changes to the lineup ahead of their fifth-place playoff against Strathmore Leos, scheduled for Saturday evening at the Impala Club.
In the front row, Eric Miheso, recently signed from the Oilers, moves to the bench, with Patrick Ouko stepping into the starting lineup. Nick Okulo and Wilfred Waswa retain their positions in the front row.
KCB Rugby switches
The second row sees Elvis Olukusi move from the back row to partner with Manasseh Oduor, who now earns a start with Davis Chenge moving to the bench.
KCB Rugby after a past action. Photo Courtesy/KCB Rugby
Felix Ojow fills the gap left by Olukusi in the back row, joining Laban Kipsang and Peter Waitere, who maintain their roles. Samuel Asati continues at scrum-half, while Emmanuel Opondo starts at fly-half, replacing Brian Wahinya.
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The back three remains unchanged, featuring Gabriel Namusasi, Floyd Wabwire, and Isaac Njoroge. Bob Muhati and Festus Shiasi replace Levy Amunga and Austine Sikutwa in the midfield.
KCB Rugby in past event. Photo/KCB Rugby Twitter
On the bench, Felix Makokha, who made his sevens debut in the National 7s Circuit, is set for his 15s debut after joining Kenya Harlequin from Kabras.
KCB, who lost their title earlier in the competition, look to finish the tournament on a high note.
KCB Rugby Starting XV:
- Nick Okulo
- Wilfred Waswa
- Patrick Ouko
- Manasseh Oduor
- Elvis Olukusi
- Felix Ojow
- Laban Kipsang
- Peter Waitere
- Samuel Asati
- Emmanuel Opondo
- Gabriel Namusasi
- Bob Muhati
- Festus Shiasi
- Floyd Wabwire
- Isaac Njoroge
Bench:
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- Fidel Maina
- Jacob Adero
- Eric Miheso
- Davis Chenge
- Ian Omoke
- Felix Makokha
- Michael Wanjala
- Lionel Ajeliti
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