The 2025/2026 Eric Shirley Shield resumes this weekend with matchday eight fixtures lined up in both the Eastern and Western Conferences, following a two-week break after round seven.
In the Eastern Conference, At KCB Sports Club in Ruaraka, KCB Rugby host Impala RFC in a 2:00 PM kickoff.
The bankers head into the round unbeaten after seven matches and sitting top of the standings, while Impala will be chasing their first win of the campaign.
Ngong Racecourse will stage two fixtures, beginning with Kenya Harlequin against Strathmore Leos at 10:00 AM.
The two sides are closely matched on the table, each with three wins so far, making this a key encounter in the race for the upper positions.
Later at 12:00 PM, Nondescripts RFC face Daystar Falcons at the same venue.
Nondies sit second in the conference standings and remain in contention for top spot, while Daystar are looking to improve on a challenging first half of the season.
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In the Western Conference, Kisumu RFC welcome Menengai Oilers to the ASK Showground in Mamboleo for a 2:00 PM clash.
The Oilers are second in the standings and within reach of leaders Kabras Sugar, while Kisumu aim to climb from the lower half of the table.
MMUST RFC host Nakuru RFC at Masinde Muliro University, also at 2:00 PM.
Both sides will be seeking maximum points to improve their positions as the competition enters a decisive phase.
Eric Shirley Shield Matchday Eight Fixtures
Eastern Conference
KCB Rugby vs Impala RFC – KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka (2:00 PM)
Kenya Harlequin vs Strathmore Leos – Ngong Racecourse (10:00 AM)
Nondescripts RFC vs Daystar Falcons – Ngong Racecourse (12:00 PM)
Western Conference
Kisumu RFC vs Menengai Oilers – ASK Showground, Mamboleo (2:00 PM)
MMUST RFC vs Nakuru RFC – Masinde Muliro University (2:00 PM)
