Dala 7s quarter-final lineup confirmed as pool stage ends in Kisumu
The quarter-final lineup for the 2026 Dala 7s rugby tournament in Kisumu has been finalized following the conclusion of the pool stages. Top teams including KCB Rugby, Menengai Oilers, Mwamba RFC, and Kabras Sugar RFC advanced to the knockout rounds.
Why it matters
This tournament is a significant event in the Kenyan rugby calendar, showcasing top-tier domestic talent and determining the current regional champions.
The eight teams that will contest the Cup quarter-finals at the 2026 Dala 7s were confirmed on Saturday after the conclusion of the pool stage, with Zetech Oaks, Kenya Harlequins, Daystar Falcons and Strathmore Leos claiming the final knockout places. The quartet joined KCB Rugby, Menengai Oilers, Mwamba RFC and Kabras Sugar RFC, who had already secured their quarter-final spots after winning their opening two pool matches earlier in the day. Saturday's final round of group fixtures also saw Menengai Oilers, Mwamba RFC and Kabras Sugar RFC complete unbeaten pool campaigns with maximum points, while defending champions KCB Rugby were held to a dramatic draw before still finishing top of their group. KCB wrapped up Pool A with eight points after playing out a 19-19 draw against MMUST Rugby Club, with George Ooro scoring a late try to rescue the defending champions.
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