Kenya 7s will be led by new co-captains during the opening two legs of the World SVNs Series in Dubai and Cape Town.
George Ooro and Samuel Asati have been entrusted with the leadership mantle, a role they first embraced during the 2024 Safari 7s.
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Their elevation follows the absence of Vincent Onyala and Tony Omondi, who captained the team during the Challenger Series, securing Kenya’s spot back in the World Series but are yet to sign new deals.
Ooro and Asati will now lead the squad as they return in the HSBC Series, stepping into the shoes of former captain Nelson Oyoo.
Kenya will start their run in pool A of the Dubai 7s against France, South Africa and Australia as they look to maintain their place in the HSBC series playing against the best 12 teams.
Kenya 7s squad for Dubai 7s
Dubai Sevens – 30 Nov-1 Dec 2024
Cape Town – 7-8 Dec 2024
Kevin Wekesa
George Ooro (cc)
William Mwanji*
Brian Mutua*
Denis Abukuse
Samuel Asati (cc)*
Nygel Amaitsa*
Chrisant Ojwang*
Patrick Odongo*
Festus Shiasi*
Benson Salem
Floyd Wabwire
Brayan Ondego*
2024 Dubai 7s Pools
Men’s Pools
Pool A: France, South Africa, Australia, Kenya
Pool B: Argentina, Ireland, Great Britain, Uruguay
Pool C: Fiji, New Zealand, USA, Spain
Women’s Pools
Pool A: Australia, Ireland, Fiji, China
Pool B: France, USA, Great Britain, Spain
Pool C: New Zealand, Canada, Japan, Brazil
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