KCB Rugby second string side has been named and will face Menengai Oilers in a friendly set for Saturday morning at 10:30 at the KCB Sports Club, Thika Road.
The bankers have handed starts to several new signings as they continue to build momentum ahead of the new season.
Hafidh Mohamed starts
Hafidh Mohamed signed for South Coast Pirates, Clyde Kimani will make their first appearances in KCB colours, adding fresh energy and depth to the side.
In the forwards, Jack Adero, Wilfred Waswa, and Mohamed form the front row, while captain Emmanuel Silungi pairs with Manasseh Oduor in the second row. The loose trio features Clyde Kimani, Felix Makhoha, and Ian Omoke.
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Emmanuel Opondo starts at scrum-half, linking up with Elvis Namusasi at fly-half.
The midfield sees co-captain Austin Sikutwa partner Tyson Maina, while Eugene Omondi and Dominic Sande occupy the wings. Michael Wekesa slots in at fullback to complete the starting lineup.
Among the replacements, newcomers Malvin Mweresa, Kelvin Ochieng, and Collins Oduor will be eager to make their mark when called upon.
KCB Rugby Starting XV
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Jack Adero
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Wilfred Waswa
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Hafidh Mohamed*
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Emmanuel Silungi (C)
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Manasseh Oduor
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Clyde Kimani*
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Felix Makhoha
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Ian Omoke
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Emmanuel Opondo
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Elvis Namusasi
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Austin Sikutwa (Co)
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Tyson Maina
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Eugene Omondi
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Dominic Sande
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Michael Wekesa
Replacements
16. Zeddy Ikhokoro
17. Horus Alela
18. James Ochieng
19. Nelson Nyandat
20. Gabriel Namusasi
21. Ishmael Gorio
22. John Odiwor
23. Malvin Mweresa*
24. Kelvin Ochieng*
25. Collins Oduor
