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Eight-time Kenya Cup champions KCB RFC are bracing for a high-stakes encounter against Menengai Oilers on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka.

With just three matches left in the regular season, KCB is focused on securing a home semi-final. They currently sit second on the table with 40 points, trailing leaders Kabras on points difference.

Speaking ahead of the crucial clash, KCB Head Coach Oliver Mang’eni emphasized the team’s commitment to maintaining their unbeaten run.

“We’ve put in the hard work, and the team is fully focused on delivering a strong performance. The players are motivated, and we’re ready for the challenge. We expect a tough battle, so we must be sharp in all departments,” Mang’eni said.

However, KCB will have to do without key player Ian Omoke, who remains sidelined after undergoing surgery for a tibial fracture. Other injured players, including Trevor Odawa, Oscar Simiyu, Nelson Nyandat, Dennis Waithaka, and Gabriel Namusasi, are still in rehabilitation and will also miss the match.

Despite these setbacks, KCB is expected to field a strong squad, including Wilhite Mususi, Nick Okullo, Andy Cole Omollo, Jacob Ojee, and Emmanuel Opondo. Former Oilers players Davies Nyaundi, Erick Miheso, and Tyson Maina are also set to feature.

The team will also be without Floyd Wabwire, Samuel Asati, and Vincent Onyala, who are with the national team, Shujaa, ahead of the Vancouver Sevens in Canada.