The National 7s Circuit is headed into its final stage, with Kenya Harlequin in prime position to be crowned champions.
Their second cup title of the season has propelled them to the top of the standings with 97 points after securing 22 points in Mombasa with a narrow 15-12 victory over KCB Rugby.
National 7s Circuit
This win gives Quins a nine-point cushion over second-placed Kabras RFC, putting head coach Paul Murunga in the driver’s seat for his third National 7s Circuit title, having previously won the competition with Homeboyz in 2016 and 2018.
Past contest between Kabras RFC and Kenya Harlequin. Photo/Dave Mwaura
Despite missing out on a podium finish in Mombasa, Kabras RFC remain in contention for the title they last won in 2017.
However, their 22-10 loss to Blak Blad in the semifinals gave Quins the advantage heading into the final leg of the competition.
KCB Rugby remain in the title race after finishing second in Mombasa, earning 19 crucial points to keep them within striking distance of the top.
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Menengai Oilers, after back-to-back final appearances, are out of the title race, having missed out on the quarterfinals in Mombasa.
Strathmore Leos and Catholic Monks are tied on 56 points, while MMUST follow closely with 52 points. Nondescripts (49 points) and Blak Blad (41 points) remain in the top ten. Daystar Falcons round out the top ten with 40 points.
Menengai Oilers Beldad Ogeta in action against Kabras RFC. PHOTO/Brian Mwenje
Nakuru RFC hold 38 points, and Stallions are on course to secure a spot in the 2025 National 7s Circuit if they maintain their grip on the 12th position.
National 7s Circuit standings
Quins 97
Kabras 88
KCB 86
Oilers 68
Strathmore Leos 56
Catholic Monks 56
MMUST 52
Nondies 49
Blak Blad 41
Daystar 40
Nakuru RFC 38
Stallions 22
Mwamba 19
Zetech 12
Homeboyz 11
