Kabras RFC finally ended their nine-year wait for the Dala 7s title after defeating Menengai Oilers 26-5 in the Cup final on Sunday, August 2, at the Mamboleo Showground, Kisumu.The victory marked a deserved reward for the Sugar Millers, who had come agonisingly close in recent seasons.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThey finished runners-up at last weekend’s Prinsloo 7s after falling 19-12 to KCB Rugby and also lost last year’s Dala 7s final 12-5 to the Bankers.This time, however, Kabras ensured there would be no heartbreak as they lifted the title they last won in 2017.The final began cautiously, with both teams displaying disciplined defence and refusing to give away easy opportunities.##NAJAVA_MECA_9872915##Oilers dominated possession in the opening exchanges, but Kabras stood firm, forcing errors and slowing down their opponents’ attacks.Rayvon Ambale looked lively early on after beating his marker before being forced into touch.Although he appeared momentarily injured, the speedster quickly recovered and returned to the action.Oilers continued to enjoy territorial advantage but squandered another promising attack after Beldad Ogeta knocked on.Kabras youngster Rayvon Ambale recounts six-month injury battle after dream returnKabras also struggled to break through as both sides battled fiercely in what turned into a physical contest.The breakthrough eventually came after Kabras were penalised deep inside their own half.Oilers initially failed to capitalise, but after regaining possession, John Okoth powered over for the opening try.Glacious Okoth was unable to convert, leaving Oilers with a slender 5-0 lead at the break.Blak Blad decries lack of support from Kenyatta University despite outstanding resultsKabras emerged from halftime with renewed intensity and quickly turned the game around.Jackson Siketi carved open the Oilers defence before releasing Ambale, who raced over for Kabras’ first try.Although the conversion drifted wide, the try shifted the momentum firmly in favour of the Sugar Millers.Oilers’ task became even harder when Malewa was shown a yellow card for a high tackle on Ambale, reducing his side to six players.Zetech Oaks coach lists ingredients for National 7s Circuit Division One survivalKabras immediately punished the numerical disadvantage. Matthias Osimbo created space for Derrick Ashiundu, whose strength carried him over the try line before Brian Lukusi added the conversion to stretch the lead.The Sugar Millers sealed the victory moments later when Patrick Sabatia set up Fredrick Wangila for another well-worked try, with Lukusi once again converting to complete a dominant second-half display and secure the Dala 7s crown.Other resultsKCB Rugby bounced back from their quarterfinal exit to claim fifth place after edging Strathmore Leos 24-17.Mwamba RFC secured third place after defeating Kenya Harlequin, handing coach Paul Murunga a satisfying victory over the side he guided to the 2024 National Sevens Circuit title before Patrice Agunda took charge.Kabras RFC explain player's refusal to shake KRU Chairperson's hand before Prinsloo 7s finalIn the women’s competition, Mwamba Ladies were crowned champions after an impressive tournament campaign.Meanwhile, Catholic University of East Africa (CUEA) Monks claimed the Division Two title with a 20-14 victory over Kabete Stallions, sealing promotion to Division One ahead of the Kabeberi 7s.
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