Shujaa, Lionesses squads to be unveiled ahead of HSBC Challenger Series Dubai leg

RUGBY Shujaa, Lionesses squads to be unveiled ahead of HSBC Challenger Series Dubai leg

Mark Kinyanjui 12:19 - 06.01.2024

The Kenya Rugby Union have confirmed that both squads will be named on Sunday, with the sides then jetting off at on Monday to Dubai.

Rugby lovers across the country are anticipating the announcement of Kevin Wambua’s Shujaa squad for the upcoming first leg of the HSBC Challenger Series in Dubai next week as the side seeks promotion back to the World Series at the first time of asking.

Shujaa, who have already secured their slot for the Olympic games this August, will be beginning their quest to return to the top, having lost their 19-year core status in May when they were relegated.

Wambua has had a good start to his career in charge of Shujaa. Apart from qualifying for the Olympics by winning the Rugby Africa Sevens in September, he also oversaw the team retain their Safari Sevens title.

He has also brought in new exciting players, including Patrick Odongo, who has already proven his weight in gold despite being just 19.

It is expected that Wambua will retain a vast majority of the players that took part in both achievements, as there is an emphasis on establishing consistency and continuity in what will be a crucial year for his side.

The Lionesses squad will also be named by head coach Dennis Mwanja, especially considering they are also seeking promotion to the top of world’s women’s rugby.

Lionesses also have their work cut out to qualify for the Olympics considering they missed out on direct qualification in Tunisia by losing 12-7 to South Africa back in October.

The Kenya Rugby Union have confirmed that both squads will be named on Sunday afternoon, with the side then jetting off to Dubai the following day.

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