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HomeDaily NewsSaturday, March 28, 2026Kenyan Teams Compete Internationally Across Rugby, Basketball, Football - March 2026
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Kenyan Teams Compete Internationally Across Rugby, Basketball, Football - March 2026

Kenyan sports teams are competing in multiple international tournaments across Africa and South America. In rugby, Shujaa secured a decisive 38-7 victory over Germany in the Sao Paulo 7s to kick off their HSBC SVNS 2 campaign, while the Lionesses also compete in the same tournament as they battle for crucial playoff places. Nairobi City Thunder faces Tanzania's Dar City in the opening match of the 2026 Basketball Africa League Kalahari Conference in Pretoria, South Africa. Meanwhile, Harambee Stars were eliminated from the FIFA Friendly Series in Kigali, Rwanda after losing to Estonia in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw. In boxing, undefeated Kenyan John Juma will defend his WBA Africa Gold Super Lightweight title against Tanzanian opponent Charles Chilala on April 3.

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Saturday 5:55 PMStandard Sports

Shujaa hammer Germany to kick off Sao Paulo 7s with big win

Shujaa hammer Germany to kick off Sao Paulo 7s with big win

Kenya Sevens, also known as Shujaa, started their HSBC SVNS 2 campaign in Sao Paulo with a decisive 38-7 victory over Germany.

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Kenya Sevens, also known as Shujaa, started their HSBC SVNS 2 campaign in Sao Paulo with a decisive 38-7 victory over Germany.

  • The team secured a dominant win, scoring six tries to Germany's one.
  • Key players like Patrick Odongo (2 tries), Vincent Onyala (2 tries), George Ooro (1 try), and Dennis Abukuse (1 try) were instrumental in the victory.
  • This win is crucial for Shujaa's promotion push to the World SVNS Championship after a recent loss to the same opponent.
Saturday 6:15 AMStandard SportsFirst

Thunder raring to strike Dar City in 2026 BAL Kalahari opener

Thunder raring to strike Dar City in 2026 BAL Kalahari opener

Nairobi City Thunder is set to face Tanzania’s Dar City today in the opening match of the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Kalahari Conference in Pretoria, South Africa.

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Nairobi City Thunder is set to face Tanzania’s Dar City today in the opening match of the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Kalahari Conference in Pretoria, South Africa.

  • The Kenyan champions aim to reach the BAL playoffs for the first time in their history.
  • The team, led by head coach Bradley Ibs and captain Tylor Ongwae, emphasizes cohesiveness and lessons learned from their 2023 debut.
  • This year's BAL features a revised conference structure with heightened competition.
Saturday 6:41 AMStandard Sports

Flawless Juma hopes to maintain clean sheet record

Flawless Juma hopes to maintain clean sheet record

Undefeated Kenyan boxer John Juma is preparing to defend his flawless record in a WBA Africa Gold Super Lightweight title fight against Tanzanian opponent Charles Chilala on April 3.

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Undefeated Kenyan boxer John Juma is preparing to defend his flawless record in a WBA Africa Gold Super Lightweight title fight against Tanzanian opponent Charles Chilala on April 3.

  • Juma has an undefeated record of 11 fights with 9 knockouts.
  • The fight is promoted by Maurice Odera of UFS BXNG and sponsored by SportPesa.
  • This bout marks the first time a WBA belt will be contested in Kenya.
Saturday 6:56 AMStandard Sports

Penalty anguish as Harambee Stars fall to Estonia

Penalty anguish as Harambee Stars fall to Estonia

Harambee Stars have been eliminated from the FIFA Friendly Series in Kigali, Rwanda, after losing to Estonia in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw.

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Harambee Stars have been eliminated from the FIFA Friendly Series in Kigali, Rwanda, after losing to Estonia in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw.

  • The match was decided by penalties, with Estonia winning the shootout 5-4.
  • Notable moments included Estonia's opening goal in the 21st minute and Ryan Ogam's equalizer for Harambee Stars in the 51st minute.
  • Missed penalties from Mohamed Bajaber and a decisive Panenka attempt by Richard Odada sealed the defeat for Kenya.
  • Harambee Stars will now play Grenada in a third-place playoff.
Saturday 10:14 AMStandard Sports

Shujaa and Lionesses eye crucial playoff push in Sao Paulo

Shujaa and Lionesses eye crucial playoff push in Sao Paulo

Kenya's rugby Sevens teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, face a critical weekend in the final leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series in Sao Paulo, Brazil, as they battle for crucial playoff places.

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Kenya's rugby Sevens teams, Shujaa and the Lionesses, face a critical weekend in the final leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series in Sao Paulo, Brazil, as they battle for crucial playoff places.

  • Shujaa is currently third overall with 32 points, aiming to secure a playoff spot with strong performances against Germany, Belgium, Canada, USA, and Uruguay.
  • The Kenya Lionesses, at the bottom of the table with 22 points, need a top-three finish in Sao Paulo to keep their promotion hopes alive against Argentina, South Africa, Spain, China, and Brazil.
  • Both teams, coached by Kevin Wambua (Shujaa) and Simon Odongo (Lionesses), must show improved discipline, clinical finishing, and stronger defense and attack to achieve their season goals.
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