The stage is set for the highly anticipated 2025 Uganda Rugby Premiership final between Stanbic Black Pirates and Jinja Hippos, with the showdown scheduled for Friday, May 10 at Kings Park Arena, Bweyogerere.
Kick-off is at 3:00 PM, and all signs point to an intense battle as both sides chase victory.
The Uganda Rugby Union has appointed Umar Balikanda to officiate the final, assisted by Ronald Wutimber and Maxwell Ebonga.
The experienced Balikanda will be tasked with maintaining order in what promises to be a tightly contested clash.
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The excitement continues to build just two days to the finale, with the energy around the 2025 Uganda rugby premiership reaching the peak.
Stanbic Black Pirates earned their place in the final after a hard-fought semifinal series against Heathens. They secured a 25-19 win in the second leg to complete a 42-31 aggregate triumph.
Meanwhile, Jinja Hippos had to stage a dramatic comeback to book their spot. After losing the first leg 25-22 to KOBs at Dam Waters, the Hippos bounced back with a thrilling 27-22 victory in the return leg, advancing with a narrow 49-47 aggregate win.
