Kenya Under-20 head coach Simon Jawichre has named his 23-man squad for Chipu’s crucial Rugby Africa U20 Barthés Trophy clash against defending champions Namibia on Tuesday, 11 August at Wankulukuku Stadium in Kampala, Uganda.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsChipu head into the encounter seeking redemption after falling 32-22 to the Junior Welwitschias in last year’s final in Harare, a result that denied Kenya the chance to retain the continental title.©KRU/XJawichre has largely maintained the core of the side that has featured in the tournament, with Justine Ng’ombe captaining the team from the back row. Michael Olukusi and Jackson Siketi continue their half-back partnership, while Rayvon Ambale and Dennis Ndayala retain their places in midfield.There are a few changes in the pack, with Innocent Indeche coming into the starting front row, while Joshua Monoo slots into the second row alongside Thomas Odhiambo. The backline remains largely unchanged, with Abdul Zubeir and Brian Kiptanui occupying the wings as Faran Juma starts at fullback.##NAJAVA_MECA_9883859##Tuesday’s encounter will be another chapter in the growing rivalry between the two sides.Namibia has had the upper hand in recent meetings, defeating Chipu 32-22 in the 2025 Barthés Trophy final in Harare to deny Kenya a successful title defence.KCB, Kabras to renew bitter rivalry after landing tough Kabeberi 7s poolHowever, Kenya prevailed 34-28 in a thrilling last-gasp encounter during the 2024 tournament in Zimbabwe on their way to lifting their third continental crown.With the head-to-head finely balanced in recent years, Chipu will be eager to avenge last year’s defeat and edge closer to reclaiming the African title.Lameck Ambetsa targets Shujaa comeback as he embraces fresh start at NondiesKenya U20 squad vs NamibiaStarting XVDaudi Jabita, Jibril Joseph, Innocent Indeche, Thomas Odhiambo, Joshua Monoo, John Ombango, Maxwell Kipsang, Justine Ng’ombe (C), Michael Olukusi, Jackson Siketi, Abdul Zubeir, Rayvon Ambale, Dennis Ndayala, Brian Kiptanui, Faran JumaReplacementsMonda Tsuyoshi, Jacktone Omanje, Chelsese Otieno, Randy Otuoma, Aldrine Andaje, Matrix Matangi, Loren Nyamolo, Ezekiel Apida.