Blak Blad Head coach Benard Rotich has named his squad for this weekend’s clash against Kenya Cup side Kenya Harlequin at Kenyatta University Grounds.
Captain Obat Kuke leads the side from the back row, anchoring a pack that includes Nyakundi Arthur, Amayi Anthony, and Kidake Brian in the front row.
The engine room will be manned by Okoth Rogers and Maroa Philemon, while flankers Opiyo Dennis and Odhiambo Steve complete a solid forward unit.
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In the backline, Siso Benjamin starts at scrum-half, pairing with fly-half Enock Oduor. The midfield combination features David Odhiambo and vice-captain Nyamiro Claude, while the back three of Washiali Samuel, Mulongo Meja, and Otete Elvis completes the starting squad.
The bench presents strong impact options, with Shile Brian, Mwanika Lowell, Ayieko Moses, Obare Edwin, and Peter Musyoki covering the forwards.
Backline reinforcements include Wakhungila Victor, Abel Oyaro, and Wesonga Shuaib, all capable of influencing the game when introduced.
Blak Blad starting XV
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Nyakundi Arthur
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Amayi Anthony
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Kidake Brian
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Okoth Rogers
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Maroa Philemon
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Opiyo Dennis
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Odhiambo Steve
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Obat Kuke (C)
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Siso Benjamin
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Enock Oduor
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Washiali Samuel
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Nyamiro Claude (CC)
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Odhiambo David
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Mulongo Meja
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Otete Elvis
Replacements
16. Shile Brian
17. Mwanika Lowell
18. Ayieko Moses
19. Obare Edwin
20. Peter Musyoki
21. Wakhungila Victor
22. Abel Oyaro
23. Wesonga Shuaib
Technical Bench
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HC: Benard Rotich
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Assistant Coach: Allan Ominde
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S&C: Edwin Mutoka
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TM: Pedro Momanyi
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Physio: Mukami Mugendi
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Keziah Wairimu
