Uganda Cranes have been bundled out of the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup following a tight contest with Kenya Simbas.
The Kenya Simbas have secured their place in the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup semi-finals following a gripping 32-24 win over arch-rivals Uganda Rugby Cranes at the Nelson Mandela Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.
In a match brimming with intensity, flair, and drama, the Simbas held their nerve to survive a late Ugandan comeback and claim a vital knockout-stage victory.
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Early Momentum with the Simbas
Kenya struck first through Griffin Chao, who broke the deadlock in the 20th minute. After a crisp pass from captain George Nyambua, Chao weaved past two Ugandan defenders to score under pressure. However, the conversion was missed.
The Simbas extended their lead in the 34th minute when Barry Robson Young crossed over. The try was crafted by a clever burst from Jone Kubu, who drew in multiple defenders before laying it off to Young for a calm finish.
Uganda hit back before halftime, capitalizing on a Kenyan mistake. A sharp move from a line-out saw Aaron Ofoyrwoth react fastest to touch down. The conversion brought the hosts back into the game, and Kenya led 12-7 at the break.
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Second Half Drama Unfolds
Shortly after the restart, Patrick Sabatia suffered a head injury and had to be replaced by Ernest Obat Kuke. Uganda took advantage of the disruption, slotting in a penalty to close the gap to 12-10.
Kenya responded through skipper George Nyambua, who powered through from a maul in the 60th minute for a converted try. Then came Griffin Chao’s second of the day — a well-worked move involving a line-out, sharp passing from Samuel Asati, and Chao’s clinical finish widened the gap once more.
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With only minutes left and the score hanging in the balance, Barry Young coolly slotted in a drop goal, giving Kenya a crucial eight-point cushion and ultimately sealing the 32-24 triumph.
Kenya’s well-timed execution, standout individual performances, and gritty determination saw them through a nerve-wracking contest. The Simbas now move on to the semi-finals, buoyed by a hard-fought victory in hostile territory.