Rain-soaked pitch forces KCB, Kabras to share spoils in Ruaraka

A persistent downpour throughout the match left the surface waterlogged, with conditions worsening as the game progressed, making it increasingly difficult for both teams to execute their plans.

KCB started strongly and piled early pressure on Kabras. However, Wahinya missed an early penalty attempt that would have given the hosts the lead. He later made amends by successfully converting another penalty, putting KCB ahead 3–0.

The bankers extended their advantage after sustained pressure, with Fidel Maina crossing the line for a try. Wahinya added the conversion to stretch KCB’s lead to 10–0.

Kabras responded before the match was halted, scoring a try which was successfully converted to cut the deficit to 10–7. The visitors then levelled the scores when Eric Cantona slotted in a penalty to make it 10–10.

With the rain intensifying and the pitch conditions deteriorating further, match officials had no option but to abandon the contest.

KCB head coach Andrew Amonde said the weather made it extremely difficult for both teams to play their usual style of rugby.

“The rain really affected the game. It became very difficult to move the ball, and the pitch was quite heavy. The boys still showed great effort, but the conditions made it hard to continue,” said Amonde.

KCB scrum-half Samuel Asati echoed the coach’s sentiments, noting that both sides struggled with the slippery conditions.

“It was tough out there. The rain affected handling and footing, and it became a challenge to maintain structure. Both teams tried their best, but the conditions were not ideal for rugby,” said Asati.

KCB will now turn their attention to their final Kenya Cup league-phase fixture against Daystar University, the last match before the playoffs begin.