KCB Rugby were crowned the 2026 Embu 7s champions after edging Kabras RFC 12-10 in a tightly-contested final at the Embu Stadium on Sunday, 5 September.The victory secured KCB’s maiden Embu 7s title and ended a tournament that has been largely dominated by Strathmore Leos in previous editions.Download our Mozzart Sport App for more newsThe Bankers survived a late Kabras surge to hold on to victory in a final that lived up to expectations, with both sides bringing their best games to the physical and closely fought encounter.KCB started brightly, with Mike Lukusi coming close to breaking through the Kabras defence before Vincent Onyala eventually found the breakthrough. ##NAJAVA_MECA_9936568##Austine Sikutwa added the conversion to give the Bankers a 7-0 lead.Kabras responded by bringing their trademark physicality into the contest. George Ooro attempted to break through but was stopped by a resolute Kabras defence, with Griffin Chao providing a crucial barrier.The Sugarmen eventually made their pressure count when Lukusi went over for their opening try, although the conversion was unsuccessful, leaving KCB with a 7-5 advantage at the break.The Bankers came out strongly after the restart and extended their lead following a well-worked build-up that culminated in Emmanuel Opondo crossing the line. KCB’s Elvis Olukusi reveals how he earned Monaco Rugby Sevens opportunityThe conversion attempt fell short, but KCB moved 12-5 ahead.Kabras refused to surrender and continued to pile pressure on the Bankers. Their persistence paid off when Chao finished in the right corner to bring the Sugarmen within two points. The conversion was missed, leaving KCB clinging to a 12-10 lead.With the clock winding down, Kabras pushed for a decisive score, but KCB held firm. Strathmore University lecturer explains decamping Leos for NondiesThe Bankers eventually kicked the ball into touch to seal a narrow victory and lift their first-ever Embu 7s trophy.Quins end Mwamba dominanceIn the women’s competition, Kenya Harlequin ended Mwamba Ladies’ dominance of the National 7s Circuit by claiming their maiden circuit title.Quins defeated Kiambaa Ladies 14-0 in the final to cap an impressive campaign and write their name into the National 7s Circuit history.Oilers finish thirdMenengai Oilers completed the men’s podium after beating Daystar Falcons 29-5 in the third-place final.Brian Tanga opens up on balancing fatherhood with demanding rugby scheduleThe result was a repeat of the Driftwood 7s third-place encounter, where Oilers also defeated the Falcons.Kenyatta University Blak Blad, meanwhile, finished fifth after edging Kenya Harlequin 17-14 in a closely fought fifth-place final.
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