AFRICA CUP 1B: Third and final day

11.06.2015
Ivory Coast 22, Senegal 19 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Uganda 59, Botswana 10 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Madagascar 33, Mauritius 24 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)

 

	P	W	D	L	PF	PA	DIF	BP	TOT
UGANDA	3	3	0	0	134	32	102	3	15
MADAGASCAR	3	3	0	0	99	68	31	2	14
SENEGAL	3	1	0	2	82	51	31	3	7
IVORY COAST	3	1	0	2	59	89	-30	1	5
BOTSWANA	3	1	0	2	54	136	-62	0	4
MAURITIUS	3	0	0	3	38	110	-72	0	0

Uganda is promoted to Africa Cup 1A for 2016. Mauritius is relegated back to 1C.

The relatively poor showing of both Ivory Coast and Senegal (with their predominantly France-based squad) was a surprise.

 

Uganda v Mauritius, Day 2

Botswana v Senegal, Day 2

Images from http://t2rugby.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=543&start=25

AFRICA CUP 1B: Day 2

08.06.2015
Uganda 35, Mauritius 11 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Madagascar 30, Ivory Coast 26 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Botswana 26, Senegal 21 in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)

Briefly
Uganda’s result was predicted but the other two results came as a surprise. Botswana’s win over Senegal was a real boil over whilst Madagascar came back against Ivory Coast to take the game at the end.

Saturday’s Draw for Final Day

11.06.2015
Ivory Coast v Senegal in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Uganda v Botswana in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Madagascar v Mauritius in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)

AFRICA CUP 1B

First Day’s play is today, Sunday

05.07.2015
Madagascar v Botswana in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Mauritius v Senegal in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)
Uganda v Ivory Coast in Kampala (Africa Cup 1B)

Predictions
Madagascar by 25 v Botswana: Score 40-15
Ivory Coast by 8 v Uganda: Score 27-19
Senegal by 50 v Mauritius: Score 57-7

TEST RUGBY RESULTS: 20 June

Regret I am unable to cover test rugby this weekend due to other commitments

20.06.2015
Argentina v French Barbarians in Rosario (Non test)-To be played
Uganda 30, Kenya ‘A’ 25 in Kampala (Elgon Cup)
Mauritius 39, Reunion 10 in Curepipe

Briefly
Uganda won the Elgon Cup for 2015 by an aggregate of 47-45. If Uganda wins Africa Cup 1B and gets promoted to 1A they would play the Kenya first team.

KENYA ‘A’ v UGANDA: Elgon Cup

13.06.2015

Venue: Rugby Football Union of East Africa (RFUEA) Grounds, Nairobi

Referee: Tinashe Kamwenje (Zimbabwe)

Preview
There was a time when the Kenya first XV played against Uganda for this cup but the growth of rugby in Kenya is reflected by the fact that for the last two years Kenya ‘A’ has been the fielded side.

Last Year
Uganda 21-14
Kenya ‘A’ 34-0
Kenya ‘A’ held on to the cup for 2014.

Prediction: Kenya ‘A’ by 20 points. Score 33-13

TEAMS

Uganda Squad

Joseph Aredo
Ramathan Govule
Oscar Kalyango
Collins Kimbowa
Justin Kimono
David Kyewalabye
Christopher Lubanga
Kevin Makmot
Alexander Mubiru
Dennis Mugambe
Asuman Mugerwa
Arthur Mpande
Ronald Musajja
Dennis Mullo
Mathias Ochwo
Brian Odongo
Pius Ogena
Scott Oluoch
Lawrence Sebuliba
Gerard Sewankambo
Charles Uhuru
Cyrus Watum
Michael Wokorach
Coaches: Robert Seguya, Anthony Kinene

Adapted from http://t2rugby.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=519

Kenya ‘A’ Squad

1- McLanhan Sikuku - Pan Africa Strathmore Leos
2. George Asin - KCB
3. Francis Akatu - Mwamba
4. Michael Gitau - Pan Africa Strathmore LEos
5. Philip Owuor - Top Fry Nakuru
6. Stafford Abeka - KCB
7. Edwins Makori - Top Fry Nakuru/Captain
8. Charles Omondi - Pan Africa Strathmore Leos
9. Eden Agero - Kenya Harlequin
10. Kennedy Moseti -KCB
11. Cyprian Kuto - Pan Africa Strathmore Leos
12. Brian Omondi - KCB
13. Anthony Nyandigisi - Resolution Impala Saracens
14. Alvin Otieno - Homeboyz
15. Essau Otieno - KCB
16. Brian Otieno - Mwamba
17. Nesta Okotch - KCB
18. Elkins Musonye- Western Bulls
19. Elton Isiaho - Pan Africa Strathmore Leos
20. Rocky Aguko - KCB
21. Victor Wayodi - Mwamba
22. Max Kang'eri - Homeboyz
23. William Mawira - Kenya Harlequin

Management
Mitch Ocholla - Head Coach
Curtis Olago - Assistant Coach
Newton Ong'alo - Team Manager
Joseph Koli – Physio

http://t2rugby.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=519

Image thanks to https://twitter.com/search?q=%23ElgonCup

AFRICA CUP 2015

CAR has rebranded itself as Rugby Africa.

AFRICA CUP 2015

Africa Cup 1A

13.06.2015: Namibia v Tunisia in Tunis
13.06.2015: Kenya v Zimbabwe in Harare
28.06.2015: Tunisia v Kenya in Nairobi
04.07.2015: Tunisia v Zimbabwe in Harare
11.07.2015: Kenya v Namibia in Windhoek
18.07.2015: Zimbabwe v Namibia in Windhoek (was 06.06)

Africa Cup 1B
July 3-11. Venue: Kampala, Uganda. Teams-Madagascar, Ivory Coast, Senegal, Uganda, Mauritius, Botswana

Africa Cup 1C
June 22-27. Venue: Lusaka, Zambia. Teams-Zambia, Nigeria, Cameroun, Morocco

Africa Cup 2 North
May 23-31. Venue: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Teams-Togo, Benin, Ghana, Mali, Burkino Faso, Niger

Africa Cup 2 South
May 25-30. Venue: Kinshasa, RDC. Teams-Rwanda, Burundi, Congo Kinshasa, Congo Brazzaville

Adapted from http://www.rugbyafrique.com/calendrier-2/

www.rugbyinternational.net

CAR AFRICA CUP 1B Day 1

10.06.2014
Ivory Coast 22, Uganda 19 in Tunis (CAR Africa Cup 1B, Semi-final 1)
Tunisia 22, Senegal 14 in Tunis (CAR Africa Cup 1B, Semi-final 1)

Finals Day Saturday 14 June
Ivory Coast v Tunisia (Final)
Uganda v Senegal (Playoff 3rd-4th)

WORLD CUP QUALIFYING AFRICA; CAR DIVISION 1A

10.07.2013
Kenya 52, Uganda 11 in Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Semi-Final)
Zimbabwe 38, Madagascar 18 in Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Semi-Final)

Briefly
Kenya ran away with their semi-final against Uganda meaning there will be a new CAR Africa Cup holder at the end of this tournament.

Zimbabwe caused a minor surprise when they outplayed hosts Madagascar 38-18. Although newly promoted, Madagascar were expected to win against a so-called depleted Zimbabwe side.

The ‘Sables’ now meet Kenya in the final on Sunday but all eyes will be on the Madagascar-Uganda match as the loser drops to Division 1B for 2014 and thus eliminated from World Cup qualifying.

Sunday’s Fixtures
14.07.2013
Kenya v Zimbabwe in Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Final)
Uganda v Madagascar in Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Play off 3^rd-4th)

WORLD CUP QUALIFYING, AFRICA; CAR Division 1A

10.07.2013
Kenya v Uganda in Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Semi-Final)
Zimbabwe v Madagascar Antananarivo (CAR Division 1A; Semi-Final)

Venue: Stade de Mahamasina
This tournament was to be held in Antananarivo’s newest stadium but this tournament will be played at the venue of last years CAR Division 1B tournament. Capacity is about 30,000 which will be expected Saturday if not today.

Preview
The stage is set for the penultimate World Cup qualifying action in Africa. This tournament is not so much about the winner but about the loser. The losing team in Saturday’s playoff will be eliminated from the World Cup 2015. Their place in 2014 will be taken by Namibia who recently won Division 1B. The winner of this competition in 2014 will fill the second Africa place at the 2015 Finals.

As hosts Madagascar must be the favourite to win despite the fact that they were promoted from CAR Division 1C in 2013 following a dramatic 57-54 win over Namibia in extra time. The ‘Makis’ have such a huge crowd support and always play well above their level on home soil.

They will have tough competition from either Kenya or Uganda. Zimbabwe, last years 1A winner and holder of the CAR Africa Cup, will not have their strongest side because of a dispute between some of their top players and management.

First Semi-Final
Kenya v Uganda

Referee: Lesego Legoete (South Africa)

These two traditional and long time rivals have already played twice this year. Kenya retained the Elgon Cup when they defeated Uganda 19-13 in Nairobi in the second leg. They lost the first 16-17 so ended with the better aggregate. It was a close competition and I would expect it to be the same for this first semi-final.

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Kenya 2nd, Uganda 3rd

IRB Ranking Points
Kenya 50.27, Uganda 48.77

Prediction: Kenya by 6 points

TEAMS

Uganda Squad

Forwards
Asuman Mugerwa, Ronald Adigasi, Dennis Muriithi Mugambe, Martial Tchumkam, Solomon Mawanda, Paul Serunjogi
Romano Ogwal-Vice Captain, Dennis Mulo, Joel Anguyo, Scott Oluoch, Arthur Mukama, Marvin Odongo, Andrew Olweny
Backs
Robert Seguya, Davis Kiwalabye, Joseph Aredo, Brian Jjemba, Jonathan Bishop Onen, Felix Lubega, Timothy Mudoola
Oscar Kalyango, Michael Wokorach-Captain, Justin Kimono, Benon Kizza

https://www.facebook.com/pages/UgrugbyFanzone/156926631011133

Kenya Squad

Wilson Kopondo (Kenya Harlequin FC -Captain), Andrew Amonde (Kenya Commercial Bank RFC),Fabian Olando (Kenya Commercial Bank RFC),Joshua Chisanga (Homeboyz RFC), Kenny Andola (Strathmore RFC),Michael Okombe (Nakuru RFC), Isaac Adimo (Kenya Harlequin FC), Oscar Ayodi (Homeboyz RFC),Gibson Weru (Nakuru RFC),Edwin Achayo (Kenya Harlequin FC),Samuel Oliech (Impala RFC),Brian Nyikuli (Kenya Harlequin FC), Oliver Mangeni (Kenya Commercial Bank RFC),Samuel Warui (Nakuru RFC), Michael Agevi (Mwamba RFC), Curtis Lilako (Kenya Commercial Bank RFC),Ronnie Mwenesi (Nondescripts RFC), Vincent Mose (Impala, RFC),Nicodemus Barasa (Kenya Harlequin FC),Isaiah Nyariki ( Nakuru RFC),Dennis Karani (Kenya Harlequin FC), Joseph Kangethe (Australia University),James Kangethe (Australia University),Cyprian Kuto (Strathmore RFC)

Staff: Jerome Paarwater (Head Coach),Charles Ngovi (Assistant Coach),Richard Ochieng (Strength & Conditioning Coach),Christopher Makachia (Team Physiotherapist),Wangila Simiyu (Team Manager)

Second semi-final
Zimbabwe v Madagascar

Referee: Lourens van der Merwe (South Africa)

Preview
Although Madagascar is new to this level of competition they will have some distinct advantages over Zimbabwe.

Firstly they have the crowd. The game in Madagascar is played with so much passion and support the crowd is worth at least a ten-point start for the home side.

Secondly, the ‘Makis’ play the game at such a frenetic pace and passion that the opposition are often left in bewilderment as they concede another try from the deep.

Thirdly, Zimbabwe are in all sorts of strife over their team. A number of top players were left out of selection following a last-minute complaint and petition against team management. Zimbabwe’s squad numbers only twenty-two with only one back on the bench!

On paper it looks like an easy win for Madagascar.

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Zimbabwe 4th, Madagascar 7th

IRB Ranking Points
Zimbabwe 52.57, Madagascar 48.19

Prediction: Madagascar by 15 points

TEAMS

Zimbabwe Squad
Daniel Nhepera, Jakov Jakov, Peit Joubert, Tapiwa Mangezi, Sanele Sibanda, Keith Murray, Jan Ferrera, Martin Wolfenden, Simbarashe Bwanya, Jacques Leitao(capt), Andrew Rose, Biselele Tshamala, Njabulo Ndlovu, Mathew Mandioma, Boyd Rouse, Guy Cronje, Stephan Hunduza, Craig Elcombe, Shayne Makombe, Tafadzwa Chitokwindo, Garth Ziegler, Lenience Tambwera.
Head Coach: Brendan Dawson

http://www.herald.co.zw/index.php?optio ... dauBzu1HZY

Players not selected because of the dispute.
Tichaona Chidongo, Costa Dinha, Cleoapas Makotose, Tichafara Makwanya, Kuda Chiwanza, Gavin Nyawata, Tino Chikobvu, Tangai Nemadire, Gardner Nechironga, Zvikomborero Murangari, Jakov Jakov and Lungile Tsumba.

Madagascar Squad
Julio Mahavy, Tolotra Ramaromiantso, Rodolphe Andriambololona, Bernard Raza­findranaivo, Rija Rakotoarimanana, Tiana Ravelomanantsoa, Donald Rakotomialoha, Zo Rasoanaivo, Claudio Ravelonomenjanahary, Sidonie Rakotoarisoa, Bienvenue Mananjarasoa, José Rakoto Harison, Toussaint Rabearilala, Tahina Randrianarisoa, Jacquis Bayard, Christian Andrianjaka, Hasina Rakotoarivelo, Solobe Rabemananjara, Benja Rakotoarivelo, Coco Hary Nirina, Dolphe Randriamanantena, Poune Solomampionona, Hery Ralaimidona, Vonjinirina Andriamanjara.

http://www.lexpressmada.com/madagascar-madagascar/44601-a-la-conquete-d-un-deuxieme-titre.html

KENYA v UGANDA; Elgon Cup 2013 2nd Leg 22.06.2013

Briefly
Uganda scored a vital 17-16 away win against Kenya on home soil last weekend. These two teams struggle to win the away leg in this competition. Uganda must be favoured to win this leg and recapture the cup.

Prediction: Uganda by 10 points

TEST RUGBY CANCELLED: Zimbabwe pulls out

‘The crunch tie between defending champions Zimbabwe and Uganda which was due in Harare this weekend, will no longer take place after the home side indicated they won't be capable to host due to financial constraints caused by their recent participation at the Africa Cup.’

http://www.facebook.com/TheVictoriaCup

‘The game against Uganda was supposed to be Zimbabwe’s first in the tourney this year but has since been pushed back and the Sables will now open their campaign against Kenya on July 28.’

http://www.newsday.co.zw/article/2012-07-19-sables-victoria-cup-defence--in-doubt/

Uganda is also experiencing financial difficulties. The worry is that the Victoria Cup for 2012 may have to be cancelled if teams cannot afford to travel or host.

This is sad for test rugby in Africa. These teams face fewer test rugby matches this season.

RUGBY TEST MATCHES; World Cup Qualifying CAR Africa Cup Division 1A

All matches played in Jammal, Tunisia

14.07.2012
Zimbabwe v Uganda (Final)
Tunisia v Kenya (Relegation)

Briefly
I have other commitments this weekend so I cannot preview these games fully.

Zimbabwe v Uganda is for the Africa Cup. The winner is the African Champion (outside South Africa of course). Non of the teams will be relegated out of World Cup 2015 contentions. The loser of the Tunisia-Kenya game will be relegated to CAR Division 1B for 2013 (being replaced by Madagascar) but will have the opportunity to gain promotion to Division 1A for 2014.

Predictions:
Zimbabwe by 10 v Uganda
Tunisia by 5 v Kenya

TEST RUGBY IN AFRICA: World Cup Qualifying CAR Africa Cup Division 1A Semi-Finals

10.07.2012
Uganda 20, Kenya 19 in Jammal
Zimbabwe 30, Tunisia 14 in Jammal

Briefly
Uganda and Kenya upset the form books by winning their way to the Africa Cup final.

Zimbabwe upset the hosts Tunisia to win 30-14, setting up a Uganda-Zimbabwe final for the African Cup, to be played Saturday

Zimbabwe were too good for Tunisia and now play Uganda in the Cup Final.

Thanks to www.confederation-africaine-rugby.com

CAR Africa Cup and World Cup qualifying Saturdays Test Rugby

Uganda v Zimbabwe
Tunisia v Kenya

AFRICAN TEST RUGBY: World Cup Qualifying CAR Division 1A Semi-Finals in Tunisia

10.07.2011
Tunisia v Zimbabwe
Kenya v Uganda

Preview
The Africa Cup is up for grabs in this the top division of African rugby. This tournament has a big act to follow after the dramas in Division 1B in Madagascar.

There is really only a losing team in this tournament. It won’t be the end of the 2015 Rugby World Cup road for the losing team. They will have a chance to win Division B and gain promotion to this division for 2015. It will be in that year that the second automatic qualifier will be found. The second team will have a chance to get into the finals via a repechage challenge.

Tunisia v Zimbabwe
04.04.1998 Zimbabwe 43-9 in Bulawayo (WCQ Africa Rnd C)
12.05.1990 Zimbabwe 24-13 in Harare (WCQ Africa)

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Tunisia 4th, Zimbabwe 5th

IRB Ranking Points
Zimbabwe 52.40, Tunisia 51.34

Prediction: Zimbabwe by 3 points

Teams

Zimbabwe Squad

Forwards
Denford Mutamangira, Pieter Joubert, Jakov Jakov, Kuda Kambasha, Tinashe Bopoto, Alfred Sarai, Costa Dinha, Jan Ferreira, Fortune Chipendu, Takunda Chifokoyo, Norman Mukondiwa, Shingi Mpofu, Jacques Leitao, Prayer Chitenderu, Tatenda Karuru, Brian Makamure

Backs
Charles Jiji, Scotty Jones, Tichafara Makwanya, Lenience Tambwera, Daniel Hondo, Cleopas Makotose, Tangai Nemadire, Danny Robertson, Kuda Chiwanza, Gavin Nyawata, Raymond de Jong, Josh Rowe, Samson Makuku, Wes Mbanje

http://www.newsday.co.zw/article/2012-0 ... les-squad/

Tunisia Squad not available

Kenya v Uganda
28.04.2012 Kenya 12-0 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
21.04.2012 Uganda 19-5 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
16.07.2011 Uganda 32-18 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
09.07.2011 Kenya 27-10 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
10.07.2010 Kenya 21-5 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)

These two teams have met a number of times over the last two years. Uganda won the Elgon Cup this year on aggregate. These two teams win their games on home soil but lose away. How they will fare on a neutral venue will be interesting.

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Kenya 2nd, Uganda 3rd

IRB Ranking Points
Kenya 50.13, Uganda 48.06

Prediction: Kenya by 5 points

Teams

Uganda Squad

Forwards
Ronald Adigasi (Entebbe Sadolin Mongers), Brian Odong (UTL Kobs), Oscar Echulu (UTL Kobs), *Asuman Mugerwa (MTN Heathens), Alex Mubiru (MTN Heathens - Assistant Captain), Solomon Mawanda (G4S Pirates), Romano Ogwal (MTN Heathens), Timothy Dumba (G4S Pirates), Scott Oluoch (MTN Heathens), Steven Ogwete (UTL Kobs), Mathias Ochwo (MTN Heathens - Captain), Joel Anguyo (G4S Pirates), Andrew Olweny (Entebbe Sadolin Mongers), Marvin Odong (G4S Pirates)

Backs
Anthony Kinene (G4S Pirates), Edmond Tumusiime (UTL Kobs), Ambrose Kamanyire (UTL Kobs), Oscar Kalyango (UTL Kobs), Paul Kabazzi (G4S Pirates), Michael Wokorach (MTN Heathens), Felix Lubega (G4S Pirates), Bishop Onen (MTN Heathens), Justin Kimono (UTL Kobs), Benon Kizza (MTN Heathens)

*uncapped

Team Management
Coaches: Yayiro Kasasa, Peter Magona, Fred Mudoola and Herbert Wafula.
Team Manager: Brian Tabaruka

Kenya Squad

Joel Nganga (Rhinos/Captain), Moses Amusala (Lions), Dennis Karani (Rhinos), Curtis Lilako (Lions), Sammy Warui , Duncan Mwangi, Wilson Kopondo(Rhinos), Ronnie Mwenesi (Cheetahs), Tony Mutai (Rhinos), Duncan Ekasi (Cheetahs), Oscar Ouma (Nakuru), Charles Omondi (Sharks), Lawi Buyachi (Cheetahs), Edwin Machanje (Lions), Moses Kola (Cheetahs), Edwin Achayo , Eden Agero (Rhinos), Isaac Adimo (Sharks), Nick Barasa(Rhinos), Patrice Agunda (Quins), David Ambunya (University of Cape Town), Vincent Mose (Cheetahs), Tony Onyango (Sharks), Dennis Muhanji (Rhinos)

Coach: Michael Otieno, Assistant Coach: Charles Ngovi, Team Manager: Wangila Simiyu, Physio: Chris Makachia

AFRICAN TEST RUGBY: Elgon Warriors' provisional​ squad named

Nairobi, Wednesday 9 May 2012

A 40 man Elgon Warriors, an East African select side featuring players from the Kenyan and Ugandan national teams has been named ahead of their fixtures against the visiting English Counties on Saturday 9 June and Saturday 16 in Kampala and Nairobi respectively.

The squad, which was selected after the recent Elgon Cup between Kenya and Uganda, features among others utility forward Dan Adongo who features for South African Super Rugby side Sharks,young Eden Agero, Humphrey Kayange, Collins Injera, long serving Ugandan international Alex Mubiru, Andrew Olweny to name but a few.

Kenyan Ham Onsando will coach the side with Yayiro Kasasa (Uganda) and Michael Otieno (Kenya) serving as his assistants while Wangila Simiyu will be team manager.

The squad is expected to be whittled down to 32 players after a build up match on Friday 1 June 2012.

Elgon Warriors Provisional Squad

Ugandan Representitives
Alex Mubiru, Anthony Kinene, Andrew Olweny, Bennon Kiiza, Brian Odong, Dennis Mulo, James Kimono, Jude Keremudu, Justin Kimono,Marvin Odongo, Matthias Ochwo, Matial Tchumkam, Michael Wokorach, Robert Seguya, Romano Ogwal, Ronald Adigas, Scott Oluoch, Solomon Mawanda, Steve Ogwete
Kenyan Representitives
Biko Adema, Chris Oduor, Collins Injera, Dan Adongo, David Ambunya, Dennis Muhanji, Eden Agero, Humphrey Kayange, Isaac Adimo, Joel Ng'ang'a, Lavin Asego, Lawrence Buyachi, Leslie Libasia, Peter Mutai, Nick Kirimi, Nick Baraza, Patrice Agunda, Ronnie Mwenesi,Tony Onyango, Vincent Mose, Wilson Kopondo

Head Coach: Ham Onsando, Assistant Coaches: Michael Otieno, Yayiro Kasasa, Team Manager: Wangila Simiyu

Released by KRU Media & Communications

INTERNATIONAL TEST RUGBY: African Rugby

28.04.2012
Uganda v Kenya in Nairobi (Elgon Cup; Victoria Cup)

Venue: Rugby Football Union of East Africa (RFUEA) grounds.

Referee: Lesego Legoete (South Africa)

Kenya currently hold the Elgon Cup
Image thanks to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elgon_Cup

Preview
Kenya were shocked to find Uganda too good for them in their first rugby test match of the season. After winning the Africa last season and performing well at the Cup of Nations tournament in December Kenya were expected to brush their African neighbours aside.

Uganda has not won the Elgon Cup since 2006. They now have a 14 point advantage going into this second leg of the Elgon Cup. The team with the highest aggregate after two matches will be the holder of the Elgon Cup.

The Ugandans will find the Kenyans a much tougher prospect from last week. Kenya has a big task ahead to win by more than fourteen points.

I expect Uganda to pull off another upset by defeating Kenya away.

Kimono breaks away from Kenyan flanker Duncan Ekasi (R) during the Elgon Cup first leg. Photo by Eddie Chicco
Image thanks to http://www.monitor.co.ug

Other Previews
http://www.nation.co.ke/sports/rugby/Kenya+chase+eighth+Elgon+title++/-/1106/1395482/-/3xkk30/-/
http://allafrica.com/stories/201204270910.html
http://www.monitor.co.ug/Sports/Basketball/-/690268/1393382/-/fhsbfhz/-/index.html
http://www.nation.co.ke/sports/rugby/Kenya+chase+eighth+Elgon+title++/-/1106/1395482/-/3xkk30/-/index.html
http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/InsidePage.php?id=2000056853&cid=3&story=Down but not out

Last Five Encounters
21.04.2011 Uganda 19-5 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
16.07.2011 Uganda 32-18 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
09.07.2011 Kenya 27-10 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
10.07.2010 Kenya 21-5 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
03.07.2010 Kenya 33-25 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)

Uganda Last Five
21.04.2012 v Kenya W 19-5 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
16.07.2011 v Kenya W 32-18 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
09.07.2011 v Kenya L 10-27 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
02.07.2011 v Zimbabwe L 21-49 in Bulawayo (Victoria Cup)
18.06.2011 v Madagascar W 58-30 in Kampala (CAR 1B; Victoria Cup)

Kenya Last Five
21.04.2011 v Uganda L 5-19 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
16.12.2011 v United Arab Emirates W 55-17 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
13.12.2011 v Hong Kong L 17-44 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
10.12.2011 v Brazil W 27-25 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
12.11.2011 v Tunisia W 16-7 in Nairobi (CAR 1A Final)

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Uganda 2nd, Kenya 3rd

IRB Ranking Points
Kenya 49.51, Uganda 48.67

Prediction: Uganda by 5 points

Probable Uganda Staring Lineup
B.Kiiza, J. Kimono, M. Wokorach, O. Kalyango, J. Onen, C. Lubanga, A. Kinene, M. Odong, M. Ochwo (captain), S. Oluoch, R. Ogwal, S. Ogwete, O. Ochulu, A. Mubiru, B. Odong
SUBSTITUTES: M. Tchumkam, S. Mawanda, D. Mulo, A. Mukama, A. Kamanyiire, P. Kabazzi and D. Etuket
Head Coach: Yayiro Kasasa

http://www.monitor.co.ug/Sports/Basketball/-/690268/1393382/-/fhsbfhz/-/index.html

Kenya squad not yet available in full

AFRICAN TEST RUGBY: Elgon Cup, Victoria Cup

21.04.2012
Kenya v Uganda in Kampala (Elgon Cup, Victoria Cup)

Venue: Kyadondo Rugby Club

Referee:Jaco Peyper (South Africa)

Preview
As winner of the 2011 Africa Cup, Kenya were invited to the international test rugby tournament held in Dubai last December. This was a major step forward for Kenya, being exposed on the international rugby scene. If Kenya can build on from that point they would need to retain the Elgon Cup, win the Victoria Cup (Zimbabwe hold this) and retain their Africa Cup title.

Todays test match is being held in Kampala. Local fans above support their Ugandan team.

More comment here at http://www.ugrugbyfanzone.com/2012/03/uru-release-provisional-squad-for-the-2012-elgon-cup/

Uganda won the last time these two teams met in Kampala. The Ugandans will be looking to win at home again with the crucial second leg Elgon Cup fixture next weekend. This match also doubles as the first Victoria Cup fixture. Uganda, Kenya and Zimbabwe play a home-away annual series for this trophy.

Last Five Encounters
16.07.2011 Uganda 32-18 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
09.07.2011 Kenya 27-10 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
10.07.2010 Kenya 21-5 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
03.07.2010 Kenya 33-25 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
29.08.2009 Uganda 18-13 in Kampala (Elgon Cup)

Uganda Last Five
16.07.2011 v Kenya W 32-18 in Kampala (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
09.07.2011 v Kenya L 10-27 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup; Elgon Cup)
02.07.2011 v Zimbabwe L 21-49 in Bulawayo (Victoria Cup)
18.06.2011 v Madagascar W 58-30 in Kampala (CAR 1B; Victoria Cup)
12.06.2011 v Zimbabwe L 15-25 in Kampala (CAR 1B; Victoria Cup)

Kenya Last Five
16.12.2011 v United Arab Emirates W 55-17 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
13.12.2011 v Hong Kong L 17-44 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
10.12.2011 v Brazil W 27-25 in Dubai (E.A.Cup of Nations)
12.11.2011 v Tunisia W 16-7 in Nairobi (CAR 1A Final)
25.07.2011 v Zimbabwe L 21-26 in Nairobi (Victoria Cup)

GWC Rugby Rankings
Africa Table-Kenya 2nd, Uganda 5th

IRB Ranking Points
Kenya 50.59, Uganda 47.69

Prediction: Kenya by 5 points

Teams

Kenya Squad-Official KRFU media release via email

1.         Joel Nganga (Capt.)         -           Kenya Harlequin FC                   

2.         Sammy Warui                 -           Nakuru RFC

3.         Dennis Karani                 -           Kenya Harlequin FC

4.         Wilson Kopondo             -           Kenya Harlequin FC

5.         Ronnie Mwenesi             -           Nondescript RFC

6.         Duncan Ekasi                 -           Impala

7.         Brian Nyikuli                  -           Kenya Harlequin FC

8.         Lawrence Buyachi          -           Impala RFC

9.         Eden Agero                    -           Kenya Harlequin FC

10.       Kenny Andola                -           Strathmore RFC

11.       Kelvin Omiyo                 -           Homeboyz RFC

12.       Nick Barasa                    -           Kenya Harlequin FC

13.       Maurice Mbai                  -           Strathmore RFC

14.       Vincent Mose                  -           Impala RFC

15.       Chris Oduor                   -           Kenya Harlequin FC

16.       Curtis Lilako                  -           KCB RFC

17.       Duncan Mwangi              -           Nakuru RFC

18.       Daniel Sikuta                  -           Mwamba RFC

19.       Leslie Libasia                 -           Kenya Harlequin FC

20.       Steve Sakwa                  -           Homeboyz RFC

21.       Mathew Musita               -           KCB RFC

22.       Calvin Biko                    -           Nondescript RFC

 

  MANAGEMENT

1.    Michael Otieno                     -           Head Coach

2.    Dominique Habimana            -           Assistant Coach

3.    Wangila Simiyu                     -           Team Manager

4.    Chris Makachia                     -           Physiotherapist

Uganda Elgon Cup training squad announced 16 March 2012.
	Names	Positions	Club
1	Brian Odong	Prop	Kobs
2	Ronald Adigasi	Prop	Mongers
3	Oscar Echulu	Prop	Kobs
4	Dennis Mugambi	Prop	Heathens
5	Martial Tchumkam	Prop	Rhinos
6	Alex Mubiru	Hooker	Heathens
7	Solomon Mawanda	Hooker	Pirates
8	Barigye Paul	Hooker	Kobs
9	Romano Ogwal	Lock	Heathens
10	Timothy Ddumba	Lock	Pirates
11	Richard Barigye	Lock	Kobs
12	Dennis Mullo	Lock	Heathens
13	Musajja Ronald	Loose Forward	Rhinos
14	Mathias Ochwo(Capt)	Loose Forward	Heathens
15	Dan Canowira	Loose Forward	Pirates
16	Scot Olouch	Loose Forward	Heathens
17	Stephen Ogwete	Loose Forward	Kobs
18	Robert Seguya	Loose Forward	Buffaloes
19	Andrew Olweny	Loose Forward	Mongers
20	Anthony Kinene	Scrum Half	Pirates
21	Ambrose Kamanyire	Scrum Half	Kobs
22	Brian Kikawa	Scrum Half	Heathens
23	Chris Lubanga	Fly Half	Heathens
24	Byron Atubukire	Fly Half	Rhinos
25	Jasper Ochan	Fly Half	Heathens
26	Oscar Kalyango	First Centre	Kobs
27	Paul Kabazi	First Centre	Pirates
28	Micheal Wokorach	Second Centre	Heathens
29	Patrick Leku	Second Centre	Kobs
30	Justin Kimono	Wing	Kobs
31	Felix Lubega	Wing	Pirates
32	Denis Etuket	Wing	Pirates
33	Jonathan Onen	Wing	Heathens
34	Benon Kizza	Fulback	Heathens
35	Allan Musoke	Fulback	Heathens