Defending Uganda Rugby Premiership champions Black Pirates have named a strong and experienced side for the 2026 Enterprise Cup final against Kabras Sugar, with several Uganda internationals included in the matchday squad ahead of the anticipated clash at RFUEA Grounds at 3:00 p.m.
The Kampala-based side will rely heavily on their experienced forward pack led by Alema Ruhweza, Nathan Bwambale and Ivan Kabagambe in the front row, while Uganda internationals Eliphaz Emong and Frank Kidega provide steel in the second row.
The back row also boasts national team experience with Moses Zziwa, Sydney Gongodyo and Alex Aturinda all set to start in what promises to be a physical contest against the Kenyan giants.
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At halfback, Conrad Wanyama partners William Nkore, while skipper Isaac Massanganzira and Davis Shimwa line up in midfield.
Allan Karuhanga and Jeremiah Okello occupy the wings, with Timothy Kisiga starting at fullback.
Black Pirates head into the final after edging KCB Rugby 11-10 in the quarterfinals before stunning Nondescripts 20-17 in the semifinals to seal a historic appearance in the championship match.
The Ugandan side has enjoyed a remarkable run in recent seasons, winning three Uganda Rugby Premiership titles and establishing themselves as one of East Africa’s top rugby clubs.
Black Pirates Starting XV
- Alema Ruhweza
- Nathan Bwambale
- Ivan Kabagambe
- Eliphaz Emong
- Frank Kidega
- Moses Zziwa
- Sydney Gongodyo
- Alex Aturinda
- Conrad Wanyama
- William Nkore
- Allan Karuhanga
- Isaac Massanganzira
- Davis Shimwa
- Jeremiah Okello
- Timothy Kisiga
Replacements
- S. Jaguar
- A. Muhumuza
- D. Bakulumpagi
- H. Tashobya
- J. Atim
- S. Alul
- E. Mulamula
- H. Muhamed
