Kenya Cup returns as leaders Kabras Sugar face Homeboyz

Dan Angwech of Kabras (center) in action against KCB.[Washington Onyango,Standard]

All eyes will be on defending champions and current leaders, Kabras Sugar as Kenya Cup, the pinnacle of Kenyan club rugby, is back in action this Saturday after a well-deserved festive season break.

Kabras Sugar has been the team to beat this season, with an unblemished record that speaks volumes of their dominance on the pitch.

They head into the next round of fixtures after dismantling the Catholic Monks with a staggering 78-0 victory, a result that reverberated across the league and sent a clear message to their rivals about their championship credentials.

Kabras Sugar's potency in attack is underscored by their players' prominence in the individual statistics: Ntabeni Dukisa leads the pack with 34 points, while Derrick Ashihundu and George Nyambua have both crossed the whitewash six times, sharing the top spot for tries scored.

As the league resumes, Kabras Sugar will face a stern test against Homeboyz. This clash is more than a mere game; it's a trial of strength and strategy, with Homeboyz eager to topple the champions and Kabras determined to defend their throne.

The match promises to be a high-octane encounter with Kabras Sugar looking to leverage their star players' form to secure another victory.

Meanwhile, other teams will also be back in the fray, aiming to shake up the league standings. KCB Rugby, sitting comfortably in second place, will take on Mwamba, hoping to keep up the pressure on Kabras Sugar.

KCB's Austin Sikutwa and Festus Shiasi, with 30 and 25 points respectively, will be key players in their quest for glory.

The third matchday also features Menengai Oilers, whose own Beldad Ogeta shares the spotlight as a leading try-scorer, going up against Nakuru in what is expected to be a tightly contested match.

 Strathmore Leos will clash with Kenya Harlequin, each team looking to capitalize on the other's weaknesses to climb higher on the leaderboard.

Another intriguing battle will see Kisumu face off against K.U. Blak Blad, with both teams eager to showcase their skills and secure a win after K.U. Blak Blad's high-scoring draw with Nakuru. Lastly, the Catholic Monks will aim to bounce back from their heavy defeat as they prepare to take on Nondescripts.