Kenya Cup: Menengai Oilers eye consistency ahead of Strathmore Leos test

Menengai Oilers players during a warm up session.[Washington Onyango,Standard]

Menengai Oilers will be eager to maintain their blistering start to the 2024-2025 Kenya Cup season as they face Strathmore Leos at Strathmore University grounds today.

The Oilers opened their campaign with a commanding 76-13 victory over Kisumu RFC, sending a clear message of intent as they aim for playoff qualification.

Head coach Gibson Weru praised his team’s performance but emphasised the need for consistency.

"The win was crucial, earning us five points, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement as we prepare for the next match," said Weru.

Reflecting on their opener, Weru highlighted the team’s strengths in set pieces and attack shape, which delivered several open-play tries. However, he acknowledged the challenges of finding rhythm in the first half.

"Focusing on doing the basics well proved critical in securing the win. Looking ahead, our main goal is to win each game and ultimately qualify for the playoffs, with consistency being key to our success," he added.

In other Kenya Cup matches today, KU Blak Blad, fresh off their rebranding as "Wan Yudhee," host Impala RFC at 3pm at the Blad Bin, while Nakuru RFC takes on Kenya Harlequins at Suguta Valley in a clash steeped in history.

Kisumu RFC will look to bounce back from their heavy defeat as they host KCB Rugby at Kisumu Polytechnic, while reigning champions Kabras Sugar travel to Diani to face South Coast Pirates at the Seacrest Grounds.

Mwamba RFC and Nondescripts reignite their rivalry at the Racecourse, promising an action-packed encounter.