Jinja Hippos, Walukuba in an early showdown as groups for Stone City 7s revealed
Jinja Hippos and neighbouring rivals Walukuba Barbarianss will have an early showdown after being pooled together in Group A of the first leg of the Nile Special National 7s.
The tournament, dubbed Stone City 7s, will be held at Jinja Hippos’ Dams Waters Ground on July 1st and 2nd.
The defending champions are in Group A alongside Walukuba, Plascon Mongers and Kyambogo.
Platinum Credit Heathens have been placed in Group B with Toyota Buffaloes, Rams and Boks.
Group C has Nile Special Premiership champions Stanbic Black Pirates, Warriors, Rhinos and Jaguars, while D has Kobs Impis, Eagles and Crocs.
Nile Special 7s – Stone City edition groups;
Pools for the first circuit of the Nile Special 7s hosted on Saturday and Sunday this week in Jinja by @HipposRugby.
— Uganda Rugby Union (@UgandaRugby) June 27, 2023
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