2024 Safari 7s finalists Shogun Rugby have confirmed their participation in the 2025 edition of the tournament. Shogun will once again field both men’s and women’s squads and join French Renegades, who have also confirmed their participation ahead of the competition. 2025 Safari 7s line-up They will line up alongside Kenya’s Shujaa and Morans, as…
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The 2025 Uganda National 7s Series standings remain tight after the sixth round in Kabale, where Buffaloes were crowned men’s champions and Thunderbirds reigned in the women’s category. In the men’s competition, Walukuba Barbarians continue to lead the overall table with 116 points despite losing 14-12 to Buffaloes in the Kabale final. Buffaloes Close In…
Buffaloes were crowned the 2025 Kabale 7s champions after edging Series leaders Walukuba Barbarians 14-12 in a thrilling final at Kabale Municipal on Sunday. Both sides scored two tries each, but Buffaloes converted both while Barbarians managed only one, making the difference in the tightly contested encounter. Heathens claimed third place after defeating Black Pirates…
Walukuba Barbarians advanced to the final of the Kabale 7s after edging out Black Pirates 28-26 in a closely contested clash at Kabale Municipal Stadium. Both sides scored four tries each, but the Barbarians converted all their tries, while the Pirates managed only three conversions, proving the difference in the end. In the other semifinal,…
The semifinalists for the Kabale 7s have been confirmed following the conclusion of the quarterfinal matches at Kabale Municipal Stadium. In the first semifinal, log leaders Walukuba Barbarians will face off against Black Pirates, while Buffaloes will battle Heathens in the second semifinal. Kabale 7s quarters The Black Pirates booked their spot after a dominant…
The stage is set for a Cup Quarterfinal at the Kabale 7s after day one of intense rugby action National 7s Circuit leaders Walukuba Barbarians will kick off the action against Rhinos at 10:10, with the Barbarians hoping to extend their dominant run while the Rhinos look to spring a surprise. At 10:30, Black Pirates…
Experienced flyhalf George Whitehead wrote his name in the Currie Cup history books when he kicked the winning points for Griquas to defeat the Lions 27-25 in yet another dramatic final staged at Ellis Park on Saturday afternoon. The hosts held a slight 17-14 advantage at the halfway stage. Last year, a long-range penalty goal…
Black Pirates, Heathens, league leaders Walukuba Barbarian and Buffaloes managed a 100% win record on day one of the Kabale 7s. Black Pirates ended the day with a 38-14 win over Rams. This match saw Roy Kizito bag his second brace of the weekend as Haruna Muhammad, Ojambo Jeremiah, Allan Karuhanga and Sydney Gongodyo continued…
The French Renegades will be among the teams expected to feature in the 2025 Safari 7s, scheduled for 10-12 October. The Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) confirmed their participation on Saturday via social media. Safari 7s confirmation “Confirmed! The French Renegades will be participating in the 27th edition of the #Safari7s, happening at Nyayo Stadium from…
Top sides in the Uganda 7s Series have booked their places in the Kabale 7s Cup quarterfinals following the conclusion of the second round of matches at Kabale Municipal Stadium. Black Pirates sealed their spot after a commanding 29-5 victory over the Eagles. The Pirates ran in five tries, with Allan Karuhanga grabbing a brace…
The Kabale 7s kicked on Saturday with top teams delivering dominant performances in Day 1, Round 1 action. Black Pirates laid down an early marker with the biggest win of the day, thumping Tooro Lions 38-0 to announce their title intentions. Kabale 7s openers Roy Kizito bagged a brace while Allan karuhanga, Jones Kamiza, Kayondo…
Kenya Rugby Union Director of Rugby Paul Odera has expressed confidence that the ongoing selection process will produce a Kenya 7s squad capable of reclaiming its place in the top division of the World Rugby Sevens Series. Odera, alongside national team selectors led by Elijah Toili, head coach Kevin Wambua, Blak Blad coach Bernard Rotich,…
The Stephanie Rose Memorial Cup is set to curtain-raise the Legends Cup 2025 at the RFUEA Grounds on September 27. The day will kick off at 9:00 AM with age-grade rugby, followed by the Stephanie Rose Memorial Cup at 11:00 AM. The much-anticipated Legends Game will headline the day’s events, starting at 3:00 PM. Stephanie…
Kenya Rugby Union Director of Rugby and Pathway Manager Paul Odera has revealed that there will be a Kenya U20 7s squad that that will be instrumental in creating a clear pathway for young players to progress to the Shujaa and Morans teams. Speaking to the Kenya Rugby Union official portal after the announcement of the…
Kenya 7s head coach Kevin Wambua, together with chairman of selectors Elijah Toili, has unveiled a provisional squad of 48 players. The squad is set to embark on the next critical phase of their rugby journey as part of the feeder program for Kenya’s senior sevens teams, Shujaa and Morans. Kenya 7s camp The squad…
KCB Rugby bagged their fifth National 7s Circuit title after an impressive run that saw them lose only two matches all season. Interestingly, the bankers played 36 matches across six different towns, winning 34 matches and collecting 126 points out of a possible 132. This triumph marked KCB Rugby’s fifth National 7s Circuit title, following…