KCB dispatch spirited Mwamba as Kabras Sugar overcome Strathmore to keep their long-lasting unbeaten run going.
Matchday four of the Kenya Cup delivered exhilarating rugby action, showcasing the dominance of title contenders and the resilience of teams striving to make their mark.
Here’s a roundup of the key matches from Saturday’s games
It was a year of several highs for Kenya 7s, such as sealing back qualification to the HSBC Sevens World Series, but also a few lows.
KCB Rugby dismantle Mwamba RFC
KCB Rugby delivered a commanding performance at the RFUEA Grounds, overwhelming Mwamba RFC 77-22. The Bankers ran riot with a total of 14 tries, split evenly across both halves.
Jacob Ojee stole the show with a hat-trick, while Davis Chenge grabbed a brace. Peter Waitere, Emmanuel Silungi, Austin Sikutwa, Rocky Aguko, and Dennis Waithaka also crossed the try line. Mwamba fought back valiantly with three tries but could not contain KCB’s relentless attacking.
The result cements KCB’s status as title contenders, with their clinical execution and depth proving too much for Mwamba to handle.
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Babu has urged Mwamba fans to trust the process with the youngsters despite the side’s heavy thrashing to Kenya Harlequin in their opening Kenya Cup clash of the season last week.
Kabras Sugar keep title defense on track
At Jamhuri Grounds, Kabras Sugar continued their impeccable form with a resounding 45-5 victory over Strathmore Leos. The defending champions asserted their dominance early, with tries from Roy Maruti, Eirc Cantona, Eugene Sifuna, and Walter Okoth giving them a 26-0 lead at halftime.
Hillary Odhiambo and Griffin Chao added tries in the second half, with Cantona converting five of the seven tries scored. The Leos managed a solitary try but were thoroughly outplayed by the sugar millers.
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Teams like KCB and Harlequins have improved according to Katywa, making the competition even tighter with no margin for error
Kisumu RFC triumph in Obange cup clash
In an emotional match commemorating the late Fidel Odinga, Kisumu RFC showcased their strength with a 38-9 victory over South Coast Pirates. The hosts’ six-try performance was spearheaded by debutants from Kabras RFC, with Walter Mikanga and Darrell Omondi among the standout performers.
Kisumu trailed early after two penalties by Kelly Akengo, but a determined second-half performance saw them score four unanswered tries, securing a vital bonus point. This marked Kisumu’s first maximum-point haul this season.
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Kenya Harlequin boss Paul Murunga has rallied the new players in his squad to seize their chances in order to help strengthen the team if they are to close the gap on Kabras Sugar this season.
Kenya Harlequins maintain perfect record
Kenya Harlequins continued their winning run, comfortably defeating Impala RFC 48-12. Quins’ attacking flair and solid defense left little room for Impala to maneuver, keeping them in contention for top honors this season.
Nondescripts overcome Blak Blad
At Kenyatta University, Nondescripts RFC delivered a clinical 23-3 win over Blak Blad. Nondies’ structured play and tactical kicking kept Blak Blad on the back foot, securing a crucial victory in their campaign.
Menengai Oilers win Nakuru derby
In the eighth edition of the Nakuru Derby, Menengai Oilers emerged victorious, defeating Nakuru RFC 32-15. The Oilers’ fast-paced game and disciplined defense outmatched their local rivals, solidifying their position as one of the top teams in the league.
