Menengai Oilers stun Strathmore Leos to win Christie 7s as KCB seal overall circuit crown
Menengai Oilers were crowned Christie 7s champions on Sunday, beating Strathmore Leos in a final that few had predicted at the start of the weekend, capping a tournament defined by shock results at the RFUEA Grounds. The two sides had booked their place in the showpiece match by knocking out the circuit’s traditional heavyweights […] The post Menengai Oilers stun Strathmore Leos to win Christie…
Menengai Oilers claimed victory as Christie 7s champions on Sunday, defeating Strathmore Leos in a final that few had anticipated, according to the RFUEA Grounds report. The tournament was marked by unexpected outcomes at the semi-final stage, with both Menengai Oilers and Strathmore Leos advancing to challenge for the title. Strathmore Leos took the lead in the semi-finals, defeating KCB 19-12.
Menengai Oilers mirrored this result, beating Kabras Sugar 19-12, which eliminated Kabras from their circuit hopes and left the Oilers as the surprising victors. With the stage set, Menengai Oilers secured the Christie 7s title, marking a dramatic change from the tournament's beginning. In the third-place play-off, KCB edged out Kabras Sugar after extra time, claiming third place at the Christie 7s and securing the overall 2026 SportPesa National Sevens Circuit championship.
KCB's triumph was a consolation prize after their early exit in the semis. KCB's halfback, Brian Tanga, announced his retirement, marking the end of a distinguished career in the circuit. The women's category saw Mwamba RFC retain their title, while Zetech Orks secured promotion in the men's Division 2.
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