KCB Rugby Club have made just one change to their matchday squad ahead of their highly anticipated Kenya Cup clash against Kabras Sugar RFC, recalling former Kenya Sevens captain Vincent Onyala to start on the wing for the match set for KCB Sports Club at 3;00 p.m.
The bankers have largely kept faith with the squad that has carried them through the Oilers, with Onyala’s inclusion on the right wing the only adjustment to the starting XV. His return adds experience and pace out wide as KCB prepare for a high-intensity encounter against the defending champions.
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Up front, the pack remains unchanged with Nick Okullo, Fidel Maina, and Wilhite Mususi forming the front row. Behind them, John Aswani and Andycole Omollo continue in the second row while Elvis Olukusi, George Ooro, and Sheldon Kahi make up the back row trio tasked with matching Kabras’ forward power.
At halfback, Samuel Asati retains the scrum-half role and will once again partner fly-half Brian Wahinya, whose game management and kicking ability will be key in controlling territory.
The midfield combination also remains intact, with captain Bob Muhati leading the side from inside centre alongside Richel Wangila. Onyala slots onto the right wing, opposite Festus Shiasi on the left, while Isaac Njoroge starts at fullback to complete the back three.
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On the bench, KCB have named Wilfred Waswa, Thomas Okidia, Eric Miheso, Winston Macharia, Churchill Otieno, Emmanuel Opondo, Eugene Omondi, and Stephen Osumba as impact options should the game require reinforcements.
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With just a single change to the starting lineup, KCB appear keen to maintain continuity and chemistry as they face Kabras in what promises to be a fiercely contested Kenya Cup showdown.
KCB Starting XV vs Kabras RFC
- Nick Okullo
- Fidel Maina
- Wilhite Mususi
- John Aswani
- Andycole Omollo
- Elvis Olukusi
- George Ooro
- Sheldon Kahi
- Samuel Asati
- Brian Wahinya
- Festus Shiasi
- Bob Muhati (C)
- Richel Wangila
- Vincent Onyala
- Isaac Njoroge
Substitutes:
Wilfred Waswa, Thomas Okidia, Eric Miheso, Winston Macharia, Churchill Otieno, Emmanuel Opondo, Eugene Omondi, Stephen Osumba.
