Mwamba RFC have named their matchday squad ahead of their clash against South Coast Pirates set to be played at the GOAN grounds.
Ian Wamalwa will captain Mwamba from the front row as he starts at loosehead prop. He is joined in the front row by hooker Bruce Shiemi and tighthead prop Abel Matanda.
The second row pairing sees Christopher Asira combine with Roxy Suchi as Mwamba look to dominate the set pieces and provide a solid platform.
In the back row, Aldrine Andaje starts on the blindside flank with Humphrey Wambui operating on the openside while Douglas Opani anchors the pack at number eight.
Charles Chege will marshal play from scrum-half with Charles Kuka pulling the strings at fly-half in the halves combination.
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Out wide, Shaquille Bosire and Eugene Ojiambo start on the wings while Edwin Wetulo and Brian Mutugi form the midfield partnership at inside and outside centre respectively. Dennis Ndayala slots in at fullback to complete the starting XV.
Mwamba have named a strong bench that includes Peter Chums, Kelvin Juma, Joseph Gitoi, George Omolla, Amon Bwambok, Alex Muyela, Gideon Makumi and Sabala Tendwa who will provide impact as the match progresses.
The encounter is expected to be a closely contested affair as Mwamba look to secure a crucial result against South Coast Pirates.
Mwamba RFC SQUAD
1. Ian Wamalwa (Captain)
2. Bruce Shiemi
3. Abel Matanda
4. Christopher Asira.
5. Roxy Suchi
6. Aldrine Andaje
7. Humprey Wambui
8. Douglas Opani
9. Charles Chege
10. Charles Kuka
11. Shaquille Bosire
12. Edwin Wetulo
13. Brian Mutugi
14. Eugene Ojiambo
15. Dennis Ndayala
16. Peter Chums
17. Kelvin Juma
18. Joseph Gitoi
19. George Omolla
20. Amon Bwambok
21. Alex Muyela
22. Gideon Makumi
23. Sabala Tendwa.
