KCB to face Kabras in Kenya Cup final after seeing off Oilers

KCB Rugby and Kabras Sugar have once again secured their spots in the highly anticipated Kenya Cup final, following thrilling victories in their respective semi-final clashes.

In a tense battle at the KCB Sports Club, the bankers emerged victorious over Menengai Oilers with a hard-fought 21-12 win.

KCB tries

Darwin Mukidza’s early penalty set the tone for KCB, countered by two penalties from Abutwalib Wesonga, putting Oilers momentarily ahead.

However, Vincent Onyala’s crucial try just before halftime gave KCB an 8-6 lead heading into the break. The second half saw both teams trading penalties, with Mukidza and Wesonga adding to their tallies.

With the match hanging in the balance, Bob Muhati’s late try sealed the deal for KCB, securing their spot in the final.

Meanwhile, defending champions Kabras Sugar displayed their dominance with a commanding 37-9 victory over Nondescript at the Kakamega Showground.

Kabras join KCB

Ntabeni Dukisa’s accurate kicking gave Kabras an early lead, complemented by Griffin Chao’s try to extend their advantage.

Despite Nondies’ efforts, including penalties from Nyaenya Moseti, Kabras maintained control with tries from Brian Tanga and George Nyambua.

Chao and Bryceson Adaka added late tries to seal Kabras’ emphatic win and set up a final showdown against KCB.

The stage is now set for an epic clash between two rugby powerhouses, as KCB and Kabras Sugar prepare to battle it out for Kenya Cup glory on April 6 at the Kakamega Showground.

KCB squad: Oscar Sorano, James Ochieng’, Wilhite Mususi, Emmanuel Silungi, Andycole Omollo, Martin Owila, Félix Ojow, Kolian Persian, Samuel Asati, Brian Wahinya, Festus Shaisi, Bob Muhati, Trever Odawa, Mike Wamalwa, Darwin Mukidza

Griffin Musila, Jack Adero, Nelson Nyandat, Manasseh Oduor, Peter Waitere, Levi Amunga, Vincent Onyala , Gabriel Namusasi

Oilers: 1.Francis Atiti, 2.Celestine Mboi, 3.Destorius Ifedha, 4.Ibrahim Ayoo, 5. Clinton Odhiambo, 6. Nixon Ochieng, 7. Chrispine Shitundo, 8. Samuel Were, 9. Samson Onsomu, 10 Abutwalib Wesonga, 11.Beldad Ogeta, 12. Harold Anduvate, 13.Tyson Maina 14.John Okoth 15 Davis Nyaundi.

16. Colman Were, 17.Kelvin Mukoyani, 18. Erick Miheso, 19. Wallace Onyango, 20.Elkeans Musonye, 21.Andrew Odero, 22.Tony Oketch, 23. Samuel Mwaura

Top Six Playoffs

Menengai Oilers 26-12 Blak Blad

Kenya Harlequin 20-26 Nondescripts

Kenya Cup semis

Kabras Sugar 37-9 Nondies

KCB 21-12 Menengai Oilers

Match Day 14 | Saturday April 6, 2024

Third Place Playoff -Nondies vs Oilers | TBC

Final- Kabras Sugar vs KCB | Kakamega