The 2025 Dala 7s will conclude with a heavyweight clash in Kisumu after Kabras RFC and KCB RFC stormed into the cup final on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium, Mamboleo.

In the opening semifinal, Kabras edged Menengai Oilers 14-10 in a tense Rai Derby. William Mwanji crossed first for Kabras before Patrick Odhiambo added another, with Rayvone Ambale converting both for a 14-0 lead. The Oilers fought back to narrow the gap, but Kabras held firm to reach their first Dala 7s final since last year’s title-winning run.

KCB came from behind to beat Daystar Falcons 19-5 in the second semifinal. Daystar struck first through Clinton Amukwachi’s unconverted try, but the bankers responded with tries from Stephen Osumba, Floyd Wabwire, and George Ooro. Conversions from Osumba and Brian Wahinya sealed the victory, setting up another showdown with their perennial rivals.

Playoff battles thrill fans

In the fifth-place playoffs, Nakuru RFC beat Strathmore Leos 12-7, with Joel Mboya and Fidel Wekesa on the scoresheet. Mwamba RFC edged Nondescripts 21-19 in a thriller, courtesy of tries from Eugene Ojiambo, Stephen Juma, and Brian Mutugi. Ronnie Omondi scored a brace for Nondies, while Victor Rogena added another, but a missed conversion proved costly.

Catholic Monks demolished Embu RFC 41-0 in the Challenge Trophy semifinals, while Impala RFC edged Kenya Harlequin 12-10 to set up the final.

In the 13th place playoffs, MMUST RFC beat Homeboyz 28-10, while hosts Kisumu RFC thrilled the home crowd with a 19-14 victory over Mombasa RFC.

The finals are set with Kabras facing KCB in the cup final, Daystar Falcons meeting Menengai Oilers in the bronze match, Mwamba playing Nakuru for fifth place, Catholic Monks clashing with Impala in the Challenge Trophy, and Kisumu taking on MMUST in the 13th place decider.