After week four of the 2025/2026 Eric Shirley Shield, the race for supremacy in both the Eastern and Western Conferences is shaping up to be a thrilling contest.
In the Western Conference, Kabras Sugar RFC continues to impress, maintaining a perfect record with three wins from three matches. The Sugarmen sit atop the standings with 15 points and a points difference of +124, narrowly ahead of Menengai Oilers, who also have 15 points but a superior points difference of +178 after four matches.
Kisumu RFC and Nakuru RFC are tied on five points each, while MMUST struggles at the bottom with no wins and a -89 points difference.
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Meanwhile, the Eastern Conference remains dominated by KCB Rugby Club, who are undefeated in five outings and lead with 25 points and a remarkable +204 points difference. Nondescripts follow in second place with 11 points, while Strathmore Leos and Kenya Harlequin have struggled with inconsistent form, each picking up just two wins from four matches.
KU Blak Blad also holds nine points after three games. Impala RFC and Daystar Falcons are yet to find their rhythm, languishing at the bottom with -1 and -6 points respectively.
Eric Shirley Shield. PHOTO/Kenya Cup
