‘We’re motivated for the upcoming battle’ -Kenya Simbas declare ahead of Uganda clash

By , November 3, 2023

Kenya Simbas‘ assistant coach, Curtis Aluoch, is brimming with confidence as his team gears up to face Uganda in the highly anticipated Victoria Cup final match.

The showdown is slated for Sunday and promises to be an intense battle between two East African rugby powerhouses.

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Aluoch is no stranger to the fierce clashes that characterize Kenya’s encounters with Uganda on the rugby field.

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Kenya Simbas contesting a scrum with Uganda Cranes. PHOTO/Kenya Simbas/Facebook

He emphasized that these matches have always been intense derbies, and he strongly believes that this upcoming face-off will be no different. He encouraged rugby enthusiasts not to miss out on the action, underlining the excitement that awaits.

 “Our matches against Uganda have always been intense derbies, and the fans can’t afford to miss this one. We’ve analyzed our performance against Zambia, and we’re motivated for the upcoming battle against our brothers.”

The 2023 Victoria Cup final will be the culmination of a thrilling tournament. The host nation, Uganda, is set to lock horns with their eternal rivals, Kenya, in the championship decider at the King’s Park Arena in Bweyogerere, Kampala.

The match is scheduled for Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 4:00 PM, and it promises to be a rugby spectacle that fans across East Africa have been eagerly awaiting.

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Kenya currently leads the standings with 5 points, having kicked off their campaign with a resounding 36-12 victory over Zambia. With a +24 points difference, they are determined to end a 13-year title drought and secure the coveted Victoria Cup.

Uganda, on the other hand, also started the tournament on a winning note, securing a bonus point win over Zambia with a 30-8 victory. They earned 5 points and have a +22 points difference, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter with their arch-rivals, Kenya.

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Kenya Simbas battling it out with Uganda Cranes in the 2022 Rugby Africa Cup. PHOTO/Kenya Simbas/Facebook

The match also marks the start of the Elgon Cup, an additional layer of excitement for rugby fans. Both teams have notable players who are expected to play pivotal roles.

Kenya’s Simbas will look to influential figures like fullback Jone Kubu and captain George Nyambua, while fly half Brian Wahinya is expected to make a significant impact.

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