Kenya U20 head coach Simon Jawichre has made a single change to his starting lineup ahead of their Barthes Cup finale against the Zimbabwe Junior Sables.
The adjustment sees Branton Lusisa earn a starting spot in the midfield, where he will partner with Daniel Bett, who retains his place at inside centre.
Kenya u20 back 3
The back three remains unchanged, with Brian Kiptanui on the left wing, Javan Okwaro on the right, and Dennis Livoi at fullback.
Captain RoyMark Maruti will continue to steer the side from scrum-half, with Faran Juma starting at fly-half.
In the forwards, Darrel Roy, Emmanuel Adoyo, and Mike Muriithi anchor the front row, while Leon Onduso and Eddy Otieno complete the tight five.
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Josphat Njuye, John Asega, and Justine Lunale will provide the power from the back row.
Chipu will be determined to secure another victory over Zimbabwe as they aim to maintain pressure on Namibia, who currently sit in pole position for the championship.
Chipu lost to Namibia in the midfield denting their hopes of defending the crown. A win will see them finish second.
Kenya U20 squad
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Darrel Roy
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Emmanuel Adoyo
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Mike Muriithi
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Leon Onduso
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Eddy Otieno
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Josphat Njuye
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John Asega
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Justine Lunale
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RoyMark Maruti
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Faran Juma
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Brian Kiptanui
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Daniel Bett
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Branton Lusisa
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Javan Okwaro
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Dennis Livoi
Replacements:
16. Eric Juma
17. Tony Rebel
18. Almasi Wachira
19. Elias Owino
20. Simon Buluku
21. Waiyaki Kinyua
22. Brian Achacha
23. Eugene Ojiambo
