JKUAT Cougars have received a major boost ahead of their Impala Floodlit Varsity semi-final clash against Zetech Oaks with fullback Davis Masinga Ooko returning to the starting line-up after missing last weekend’s action.
Masinga’s return adds experience and composure to the back three. His reliable boot and attacking instincts will be vital for the team. Karl Omito and Andrew Muthiani occupy the wing.
In the midfield, Jeff Ojuok and Zaddock Muia form a centre partnership. Halfback duties fall to Edwin Mageto at scrum-half and Smith Muhoya at fly-half.
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In the pack, Emmanuel Okoth, Bonnke Mwangi, and Victor Muriera make up the front row, expected to provide stability at scrum time. The second-row pairing of Liyala Janai and captain Houstone Omondi complete tight five.
Flankers Powell Otolo and Raphael Wambayi are joined by Clyde Nyayoto, serving as co-captain, starts at number eight to anchor the back row.
The bench features Sammy Hongo, Philip Macharia, Isaac Wekulo, Denvine Otieno, Robert Manyara, Eric Muru, Sammy Odhiambo, and Fanuel Indeche, offering impact options across all departments.
JKUAT Cougars Starting XV
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Emmanuel Okoth
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Bonnke Mwangi
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Victor Muriera
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Liyala Janai
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Houstone Omondi (C)
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Powell Otolo
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Raphael Wambayi
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Clyde Nyayoto (CC)
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Edwin Mageto
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Smith Muhoya
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Karl Omito
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Jeff Ojuok
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Zaddock Muia
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Andrew Muthiani
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Masinga Ooko (CC)
Replacements
16. Sammy Hongo
17. Philip Macharia
18. Isaac Wekulo
19. Denvine Otieno
20. Robert Manyara
21. Eric Muru
22. Sammy Odhiambo
23. Fanuel Indeche
Technical Bench
Head Coach – Isabella Fanny Atieno
Team Manager – Brighton Mbaya
Head Physio – Francis Munyao
Physio – Lizzy Atieno
Physio – Elsie Liz Okisa
