Kabras announce fixture changes for Kenya Cup action against Starthmore Leos
By Joel Masibo, January 14, 2026Giants Kabras Sugar RFC have announced their fixture changes for Kenya Cup action against Strathmore Leos to allow room for the burial of Felix Chano.
Taking to X on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the sugar millers confirmed that the particular meeting will take place on Friday, January 16, 2026, at the Kakamega Showground starting at 4:00 pm local time.
The changes have been necessitated by the funeral of Strathmore Leos player, Felix Chano, which will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The particular fixture was scheduled to take place the same day Chano will be laid to rest.
Fixture changes
”Kenya Cup Date change!!! Tunapatana na Leos on Friday due to their wish to be with the friends and family of their teammate Felix Chano during his burial on Saturday. Stay Guided.” The notice reads.
This comes as Kenya’s rugby fraternity has been thrown into mourning following the death of Strathmore University rugby player Chano Felix, whose passing has drawn heartfelt tributes from teammates, institutions, and fans across the country.
In a statement shared on X on Saturday, January 3, 2025, the Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) described Chano as a talented young player whose impact on the local rugby scene will not be forgotten.
Chano’s death came at a time when Kenyans were ushering in the new year, turning what should have been a season of celebration into one of grief for his family, friends, and the wider rugby community. His journey in the sport, marked by discipline and steady growth, had earned him respect both on and off the pitch.
Kenyan rugby mourns
“Kenya Rugby Union joins Strathmore University, the family, and friends of Chano Felix in mourning his passing,” KRU wrote.
According to the statement, Chano succumbed to injuries days after being involved in a road accident. “Chano sadly succumbed to injuries on the 2nd January, 2026, following an accident on the 31st December, 2025,” KRU stated.
Chano was well known within university rugby circles and beyond. He featured prominently for the Strathmore Leos, where he was admired for his commitment, teamwork, and love for the game. Before joining Strathmore, he had also turned out for Homeboyz RFC, one of the country’s most competitive clubs, further cementing his reputation as a hardworking and dependable player.