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John Okoth set for Menengai Oilers return in Enterprise Cup semi-final against Nondies

Line out contest between Catholic Monks and Mengai Oilers. Photo. Dave Mwaura

John Okoth is set to make his first appearance for Menengai Oilers this season after recovering from injury.

The Kenya 7s star, who last played for Oilers on August 24 during Kabeberi 7s, underwent surgery in September 2024 and has now been named among the replacements for their Enterprise Cup semi-final clash against Nondies at the Nakuru ASK Showground.

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Head coach Gibson Weru has made changes to the squad, handing a starting berth to Tony Oketch, while Abutwalib Wesonga misses out. Daniel Kipchirchir earns his second start after making his first start at center last weekend.

Kenya U20 speedster Alvin Khavoli starts on the openside, with Samuel Ovwamu and Chrispine Shitundo being reunited for their midfield partnership.

Clarkson Keegan starts at scrum-half, pairing with Samuel Mwaura at fly-half. The back row consists of Nelson Makokha, Amos Obae, and Elkeans Musonye.

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In the tight five, Samuel Were and Wallace Onyango pair up in the second row, while the front row features Francis Atiti, Celestine Mboi, and Vincent Mwikhali.

The bench includes Paywick Munoko, Fortune Aturo, and Andrew Odero, along with Okoth, who will be eager to make an impact on his return.

Oilers are aiming for their first-ever Enterprise Cup final and will be looking to replicate their 34-25 league victory over Nondies earlier this season.

Menengai Oilers starters:

  1. Francis Atiti
  2. Celestine Mboi
  3. Vincent Mwikhali
  4. Wallace Onyango
  5. Samuel Were
  6. Nelson Makokha
  7. Amos Obae (VC)
  8. Elkeans Musonye
  9. Clarkson Keegan
  10. Samuel Mwaura
  11. Alvin Khavoli
  12. Samuel Ovwamu
  13. Chrispine Shitundo (C)
  14. Daniel Kipchirchir
  15. Tony Oketch

Reserves:

  • Kevin Mukoyani
  • Destrious Ifedha
  • Victor Were
  • Paywick Munoko
  • Fortune Aturo
  • Andrew Odero
  • John Okoth
  • Brian Achacha

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