The 2024 National Sevens Circuit leaders Kabras Sugar RFC are heading into this weekend’s Kabeberi Sevens brimming with confidence and momentum.
The tournament, set to kick off on Saturday at the RFUEA Grounds, marks the third leg of the circuit.
Kabras Sugar will be aiming to add another title to their impressive season, having already secured wins at the Christie Sevens earlier this month and last weekend’s Dala Sevens in Kisumu.
Eyeing a third consecutive victory
Kabras Sugar headlines Group A, which also includes Nakuru RFC, Strathmore Leos, and Impala RFC.
The team has been in fine form, demonstrating their sevens prowess with dominant performances. This weekend, they will be looking to maintain their unbeaten run as they seek to clinch their third consecutive circuit title.
Their campaign at Kabeberi Sevens begins at 9:20 am with a high-energy clash against Strathmore Leos. Kabras Sugar’s squad will be expected to showcase the same tenacity and skill that have made them a force to be reckoned with in the circuit so far.
Action-packed day of rugby
The tournament promises a thrilling day of rugby with over 24 matches scheduled. The action kicks off at 9:00 am with Nakuru RFC facing Impala RFC, setting the tone for a day filled with high-intensity clashes.
Catholic Monks will face Kisumu RFC at 9:40 am, followed by Menengai Oilers against Stallions Rugby at 10:00 am.
Other notable fixtures include KCB Rugby taking on MKU Thika at 11:00 am, with KCB aiming to start strong in their quest for the title. MMUST will face off against Mwamba RFC at 11:20 am, rounding off the first round of matches.
Women’s matches add to the excitement
The ladies’ matches will also bring excitement to the Kabeberi Sevens. Northern Suburbs will play against Ruck It at 11:40 am, and Mwamba Ladies will face Meru Ladies at noon, highlighting the growing presence and competitiveness of women’s rugby in Kenya.
Kabras Sugar’s schedule and key matches
Kabras Sugar will have a busy day with matches lined up against Nakuru RFC at 4:40 pm, which could be one of the day’s highlights.
Their second-round match is set against Impala RFC at 12:40 pm, another opportunity for the team to assert their dominance.
Other matches to watch
The day’s schedule is packed with intriguing fixtures, including a key match between KCB Rugby and Mwamba RFC at 2:20 pm. Kenya Harlequin will have two tough encounters against Daystar Falcons and Nondescripts.
The last match of the day will see MMUST battling KCB Rugby at 5:40 pm, as both teams look to end the day on a positive note.
With Kabras Sugar aiming to solidify their position at the top of the National Sevens Circuit, the Kabeberi Sevens promises to be an action-packed event that will not only highlight individual talent but also the growing strength and popularity of rugby in Kenya.
All eyes will be on the RFUEA Grounds to see if Kabras Sugar can continue their winning streak and take another step towards circuit glory.
