Heavyweights Kabras, KCB clash as Kenya Cup enters week 11
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Reading Time: 3min | Sat. 09.03.24. | 08:16
The bankers will be hoping to win the duel and draw closer to Kabras who sit at the summit after ten matches
Kenya Cup defending champions Kabras welcome their arch-rivals KCB in a top-of-the-table fixture on Saturday at the ASK Kakamega Showground starting at 3.00 pm EAT.
The crunch fixture is expected to bring to life the slow-paced Kakamega town.
The showdown promises to be intense, as Kabras, the table-toppers boast of an unbeaten record. KCB on the other hand are coming from a 21-7 loss to Menengai Oilers and will be looking to bounce back to winning ways.
The sugarmen who are under the guidance of Carlos Katywa come into this clash having won three of their last five matches against their visitors.
Last year, Kabras defeated KCB in the regular league match, final match, and would floor them as well during the Enterprise Cup final.
Ahead of the match, Katywa’s squad has been boosted by the return of playmaker Jone Kubu who is among the four changes made from last weekend.
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Kubu last appeared for the sugarmen during their 72-10 victory over Kisumu in their first match of the season. He will be making his second appearance of the season, filling the fullback position after fully recovering from a nagging injury.
The squad will also enjoy the services of lanky speedster Derrick Ashiundu who leads the try-scoring chart with 11 points. Ashiundu had been sidelined for the last two matches due to illness.
He will be a great addition to the midfield and will partner with Brian Mutua who starts for the second time after his impressive performance from the bench where he scored six tries in only seven appearances.
Conditioned Alfred Orege returns to the right wing, with Humphrey Asiligwa retaining his position on the left wing.
Ntabeni Dukisa returns at fly-half. He will partner with Brian Tanga who missed the Montevideo squad due to illness.
On the other hand, Griffin Musila starts from the KCB bench for the first time this season, and he is expected to provide gas in the later stages of the game.
Other matches
Mwamba vs Nakuru
At the RFUEA Grounds, Mwamba RFC will welcome Nakuru RFC in a match that will determine their Kenya Cup playoff. The match will kick off at 2:00 pm.
Nondies RFC vs Kenya Harlequin
These two familiar foes will take on the stage after the match pitting Mwamba and Nakuru RFC.
Nondies RFC have not lost their last three matches and will be keen to pick another win.
They will however be up against a determined Quins’ side which will leave nothing to chance at their home ground.
CUEA Monks vs Menengai Oilers
At the Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) Grounds, the Monks will welcome third-placed Menengai Oilers.
Monks will be looking to amass all points to survive relegation.
This will be an uphill task for them as the Oilers are coming from a 21-7 victory over KCB Rugby and will be keen to end their season in style.
Kisumu RFC vs Strathmore Leos
In Kisumu, rugby enthusiasts can expect an electrifying showdown between Kisumu RFC and Strathmore Leos at Kisumu Polytechnic, promising an intense battle for supremacy.
Kisumu RFC will need a win to boost their survival chances.
Match Day 11 | Saturday 9 March 2024
Kabras Sugar v KCB | Kakamega Showground | 3:00 p.m
Nondescript v Kenya Harlequin | RFUEA Grounds |4:00 p.m
Catholic Monks v Menengai Oilers | Catholic University | 3:00 p.m
Homeboyz v Kenyatta University Blak Blad |Walkover|
Mwamba v Nakuru | RFUEA Grounds | 2:00 p.m
Kisumu v Strathmore Leos |Kisumu Poly| 3:00 p.m
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