Musila praises KCB’s squad depth after brushing aside Strathmore Leos despite missing key Shujaa players

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RUGBY Musila praises KCB’s squad depth after brushing aside Strathmore Leos despite missing key Shujaa players

Mark Kinyanjui 11:00 - 22.01.2024

KCB missed Vincent Onyala, Festus Shiasi and Samuel Asati but still tossed Strathmore aside.

KCB captain Griffin Musila has waxed lyrical of the quality of the side’s depth after they whitewashed Strathmore Leos 36-11 in a pulsating match at the KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka, on Saturday.

Tries from Peter Kilonzo, winger Austin Sikutwa and captain Griffin Musila gave KCB a comfortable 17-0 win against their opponents at the interval as the away side struggled to break the solid backline.

In the second half, the Curtis Olago-led charges scored a penalty try before Kolian Persinan’s try that took the match away from Leos reach. Brian Wahinya scored KCB’s last try of the game to hand the bankers another routine win in the Kenya Cup.

Speaking after the match, Musila revealed pride in the quality of the side’s depth despite missing three key Shujaa players, who were rested by head coach Curtis Olago following their performances for the Kenya  in Dubai last week.

“Even though we missed the services of Vincent Onyala, Festus Shiasi and Samuel Asati, the boys have proved that they can represent the badge,” Musila said.

“It also speaks to the plethora of talent within our squad,” he added.

Kabras RFC continue to dominate the competition, securing the top slot with 25 points and an impressive point differential of 332. Their recent 87-0 victory showcases them as both the defensive and offensive standout in the 2023/24 campaign.

KCB Rugby closely follow in second place on the log with 25 points, with only a point differential separating them from Kabras RFC. The bankers have secured bonus points in all their five matches and boast a point differential of 220.

“We are doing extremely well in the league now, and I am proud of the boys for a resilient show,” Musila concluded.

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