In the opening round, the Lions dominated, securing a commanding 29-7 victory over the Rhinos. Led by Oliver Mang’eni, the Lions showcased talent from Kenya Cup heavyweights like KCB, Blak Blad, and Mwamba, along with players from JKUAT, South Coast Pirates. Their win earned them the top spot in the standings.
Close behind, the Cheetahs claimed second place with an impressive 18-5 win against the Buffaloes. Representing Nakuru, the Cheetahs displayed skill from players across various clubs. With the tournament heating up, teams are gearing up for more intense clashes.
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The competition follows a round-robin format across Nairobi, Nakuru, and Kakamega over three match days. The top two teams will vie for the championship title in a thrilling final match.
Excitingly, this year’s series introduces a women’s competition, featuring the Eagles and Jaguars. These teams will battle it out over two match days, showcasing the growing talent in women’s rugby.
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Men’s squads.
BUFFALOES
Forwards: Javan Olando, Collins Amonde, Christopher Otieno, Andrew Wangila, Clinton Litali, Thomas Simiyu, Collins Indeche, Biden Hayo, Geoffrey Shitambasi, Edward Mwaura, Hillary Mwanjilwa, Victor Otieno, Paywick Munoko, Gibson Perez, Darryl Oluoch
Backs: Walter Ambe, Eric Cantona, Brian Kiptanui, Darrell Brantana, Alvin Mutachi, Bede Enonda, James Olela, Roy Maruti, Griffin Chao, Paul Abuto, Dan Ang’ wech, Collins Osore, Jackson Siketa
Reserves: Humphrey Asiligwa, David Williams, Fortune Aturo, Jacktone Omondi, Robert Murunga, Daniel Kipchirchir, Hillary Salano
Coach: Max Adaka
CHEETAHS
Forwards: Desterious Makenzi, Erick Miheso, Francis Orembe, Kevin Kiget, Brian Onyango, Celestine Mboi, Emmanuel Mboya, Ibrahim Ayoo, Barry Opondo, Nelson Tengeye, Wesley Lusaka, Amos Nyamanya, Felix Odhiambo, Clinton Juma, Elkeans Mukamiti, Samuel Were
Backs: Samson Onsomu, James Muthoni, Samuel Macharia, Tony Owino, Tyson Maina, Philip Otieno, Chrispin Shitundo, Quinto Ongo, Alvin Khavoli, Javan Okwaro, Beldad Ogeta, Dennis Abukuse, Chrisant Ojwang
Reserves: Abutwalib Abdalla, Reuben Gathoni, Wallace Ouma, Nixon Onyango, Timothy Ejakait, Kelvin Chebet, Andrew Ndondo Coach: Lawrence Buyachi
LIONS
Forwards: Oscar Simiyu, Nick Okullo, Wilhite Mususi, Patrick Ouko, Givens Oduor, Griffin Musila, James Ochieng, Emmanuel Silungi, Andycole Omolo, Collins Kabayo, Obat Kuke, Persian Kolian, Felix Ojow, Randy Wama, Eliakim Kichoi, Manasseh Oduor
Backs: Derrick Wechuli, Emmanuel Opondo, Derrick Masese, Brian Wahinya, Elvis Namusasi, Daniel Oyoo, Bob Muhati, Levy Amunga, Charles Tendwa, Gabriel Namusasi, Michael Wamalwa, Rugar Benjamin
Reserves: Randy Odhiambo, Newton Okeyo, Steve Odhiambo, Claude Nyamiro, Davies Masinga, Shuaib Wesonga, Shaddy Onyango Coach:Oliver Mang’ eni
RHINOS
Forwards Meshack Tunnech,Khaider Mohammed,Abel Matanda,Sheldon Kahi,Clein Okumbi,John Aswani,Adam Mugo,Ryan Odua,Steven Odhiambo,Eric Shimoli,Charles Omondi,Stanslous Shikoli,Bramwel Anekea,Barnabas Owuor,Dennis Tubei
Backs Jan Remke,Patrick Wainaina,Zedden Marrow,Paul Mutsami,Evin Asena,Harmony Wamalwa,Charles Odhiambo,Ian Mumbwani,Bruce Odhiambo,Matoka Matoka,Stephen Osumba,Victor Odhiambo,Shem Okola
Reserves Richel Wangila,Wiseman Aganya,Fred Shisia,Benjamin Marshall,Charlton Mokua Raymond Chacha,Laban Kispang Coach: Paul Murunga
FIXTURES
Saturday 4 May 2024 | RFUEA Grounds, Nairobi
Buffaloes v Cheetahs | 12.00pm
Lions v Rhinos | 3.00pm
Saturday 11 May 2024 | Nakuru Athletic Club, Nakuru
Buffaloes v Rhinos | 2.00pm
Cheetahs v Lions | 4.00pm
Saturday 18 May 2024 | The Bullring, Kakamega
Eagles v Jaguars | 12.00pm (Women’s Fixture)
Rhinos v Cheetahs | 2.00pm
Buffaloes v Lions | 4.00pm
Saturday 25 May 2024 | RFUEA Grounds, Nairobi
Jaguars v Eagles | 12.00pm (Women’s Fixture)
Rank 3 v Rank 4 | 2.00pm
Rank 1 v Rank 2 | 4.00pm
