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Kenya University Blak Blad

Also known as: Black Blad · Kenyatta University Blak Blad RFC · Kenyatta University Blak Blad · Blak Blad RFC

Kenyatta University rugby club competing in Kenya's domestic rugby sevens and Kenya Cup competitions, reaching the Kenya Cup semi-finals for the first time in 2026.

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    In their second match, Oilers faced a more technical Blak Blad outfit, but their depth saw them win 14-5 with Okeyo returning to the try box and Owino converting.Abutwalib Wesonga sealed the win by scoring and converting his own try before the Nakuru-based outfit hammered Mombasa

    Oilers, Kabras and defending champs KCB glide into Dala 7s quarter
  3. July 2026
  4. The Standard

    Pool B is equally competitive, featuring Kenya Harlequin, Blak Blad, Menengai Oilers and MSC Rugby.

    Eyes on KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu ahead of Dala Sevens
  5. The Standard

    Hosts Nakuru RFC lead Pool D, where they will battle neighbours Menengai Oilers, Impala RFC and Blak Blad.

    Kisumu RFC target fresh start as Prinsloo Sevens opens National Sevens Circuit
  6. Citizen Digital

    The bankers blanked Blak Blad 22-5 in the final at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and the result has left Amonde bullish.

    Coach Amonde: KCB ready for National Sevens Circuit
  7. June 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    Strathmore headline Pool A alongside Blak Blad, Kenya Harlequins and hosts Nondescripts RFC, while last year's runners-up Mwamba have been drawn in Pool B together with Nakuru RFC, Impala RFC and tournament debutants Daystar Falcons, who replace USIU.

    Strathmore out to defend Ruff n Tuff 7s title as draw sets stage for July showdown
  9. May 2026
  10. The Standard

    Influential fullback Jone Kubu will miss the match after receiving a red card during the semi-final victory over Blak Blad.

    Kabras Sugar seek more sweetness in Kenya Cup final against KCB
  11. April 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    To set up the eternal final, that has defined the modern era of Kenyan rugby, Kabras powered past Black Blad with a convincing 48-12 in the semi final while KCB thrashed Nondies Script 52-7 in the other last four encounter.

    Kabras eye Kenya Cup five-peat in unending KCB rivalry
  13. The Standard

    The two giants confirmed their spots in style over the weekend, delivering dominant semifinal performances that underlined why they have ruled the local game for more than a decade.Kabras powered past Blak Blad with a convincing 48-12 win at home, while KCB thrashed Nondescripts

    It's Kabras Sugar against KCB in Kenya Cup final once again
  14. The Standard

    Kabras, who are the defending champions, ran over Kenyatta University’s Blak Blad 48-15 to reach yet another final.Back in Nairobi, KCB stamped their authority on the game from the onset, with Festus Shiasi crossing the try line in the opening minutes before Samuel Asati extended

    KCB, Kabras Sugar storm into Kenya Cup final
  15. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeKabras Sugar will once again be in familiar territory when they host Kenya University's Blak Blad in the Kenya Cup semi-final at Kakamega Showground today at 3 pm as they chase another place in the final.

    Kabras face surprise package Blak Blad test in Kenya Cup semis

Sunday 13 September

  1. KCB, Kabras, and Oilers advance to Christie Sevens quarter-finals

    Menengai Oilers, Kabras Sugar, and KCB Rugby Club won their opening two matches at the Christie Sevens at RFUEA Grounds and advanced to the quarter-finals. KCB leads the 2026 SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings by six points over Kabras and needs only to reach the semi-finals today to secure the national title.

    13 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 7 September

  1. KCB wins Embu 7s title, ending Strathmore Leos dominance

    KCB Rugby won their maiden Embu 7s crown by defeating Kabras Sugar 12-10 in a final at Embu Stadium, ending Strathmore Leos' long dominance of the tournament.

    7 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 20 August

  1. KCB Rugby coach Amonde focuses on club after Shujaa exit

    Kenya Rugby Union terminated Andrew Amonde's contract as a strength and conditioning coach with Kenya Sevens, citing a contractual clause preventing national team coaches from holding similar positions at club level. Amonde, now focused on his role with KCB Rugby, said he will not dispute the dismissal and intends to give the club his full attention.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 16 August

  1. Coach Amonde exits Kenya Sevens, focuses on KCB RFC role

    KCB RFC head coach Andrew Amonde has confirmed his departure from the Kenya Sevens (Shujaa) technical setup following the Kenya Rugby Union's decision to terminate his appointment. The KRU cited a contractual clause barring national team coaches from holding similar coaching positions at club level.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 15 August

  1. Oilers, KCB, Kabras Sugar advance to Kabeberi Sevens quarters

    Menengai Oilers, KCB Rugby, Kabras Sugar and Mwamba RFC qualified for the quarter-finals of the Kabeberi Sevens after winning both their opening matches at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi under the new two-round format of the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit.

    15 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 14 August

  1. KCB seeks sixth straight Kabeberi Sevens title

    KCB Rugby aim to bounce back at this weekend's Kabeberi Sevens, chasing a record sixth consecutive title despite finishing second in the SportPesa National Sevens Circuit standings with 35 points. They face Kaberas Sugar, who lead the circuit with 41 points, in Pool D.

    14 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 12 August

  1. Blak Blad seeks first National Sevens title at Kabeberi

    Blak Blad RFC have secured a Ksh1 million partnership with Madison Life Assurance ahead of the 37th Kabeberi Sevens tournament, the third leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, as they aim to improve on sixth-place and ninth-place finishes at earlier events.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Mwamba RFC targets Kabeberi Sevens victory with growing confidence

    Mwamba RFC enters this weekend's George Kabeberi Sevens at the RFUEA Grounds with renewed confidence after the women's team won the opening two legs and the men's team improved from eleventh place at Prinsloo to third at Dala in the National Sevens Circuit.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 11 August

  1. KCB Rugby seeks fifth consecutive Kabeberi Sevens title

    KCB Rugby will defend their title at the Kabeberi Sevens, the third leg of the National Sevens Circuit, this weekend at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. The defending champions have won the last four editions and are drawn in Pool D alongside Kabras RFC, MMUST Rugby, and Nakuru RFC.

    11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. KU Blak Blad targets Kabeberi Sevens win, Kenya Cup trophy

    Kenyatta University Blak Blad RFC have announced plans to win the 37th Kabeberi Sevens this weekend and lift the Kenya Cup in the coming season, following a sponsorship deal with Madison Life Assurance that will provide kits, training gear, medical equipment, and financial support.

    11 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 2 August

  1. Oilers, Kabras, KCB advance to Dala Sevens quarter-finals

    Menengai Oilers, Kabras Sugar and defending champions KCB advanced to the quarter-finals of the Dala Sevens rugby tournament at Mamboleo Stadium by dominating their preliminary matches. Oilers defeated Kenya Harlequin 17-0, Blak Blad 14-5 and Mombasa Sports Club 26-0, while Kabras Sugar beat Strathmore Leos 33-10 and Embu 52-0, and KCB edged out Impala 36-5 and Zetech University 43-12.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 July

  1. KCB, Kabras Sugar and Kisumu RFC compete at Dala Sevens

    The 2026 National Sevens Circuit continues at Dala Sevens in Kisumu this weekend, with defending champions KCB leading the Division One standings on 22 points, followed by Kenya Cup winners Kabras Sugar with 19 points. KCB and Kabras Sugar face competition in their respective pools as teams vie for circuit points.

    29 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Kisumu RFC seeks rebuilding start at Prinsloo Sevens

    Kisumu RFC, relegated from the Kenya Cup last season, will open the 2026-27 National Sevens Circuit at the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on Saturday as part of their bid to rebuild confidence before competing in the KRU Championship. Captain Christopher Otieno said the team aims to play good rugby and build momentum ahead of their championship campaign.

    22 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 13 July

  1. KCB RFC wins Juja 7s, ready for National Sevens Circuit

    KCB Rugby Club head coach Andrew Amonde says his team is ready for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit after winning the Juja 7s tournament on Sunday, defeating Blak Blad 22-5 in the final. The National Sevens Circuit begins with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on July 25.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Strathmore defends Ruff n Tuff 7s title in July tournament

    Defending champions Strathmore will begin their title defence against Blak Blad, Kenya Harlequins and Nondescripts RFC in Pool A of the second edition of the Ruff n Tuff 7s tournament, scheduled for July 11 at Ngong Racecourse with eight leading community rugby clubs competing.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 7 May

  1. Kabras Sugar bid for fifth consecutive Kenya Cup title

    Defending champions Kabras Sugar chase a fifth straight Kenya Cup title in their 11th consecutive final appearance since 2016. Coach Carlos Katywa says the path to another final has been difficult despite the club's sustained success.

    7 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Kabras seek fifth Kenya Cup title against KCB

    Kabras RFC will face KCB in the Kenya Cup final on May 9 at the ASK Showground in Kakamega, with the Millers eyeing a record-extending fifth title. Kabras beat Black Blad 48-12 in the semi-final while KCB defeated Nondies Script 52-7, with the two teams having faced each other in the last four successive finals.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 April

  1. Kabras Sugar and KCB meet in Kenya Cup final May 9

    Kabras Sugar and KCB have secured their places in the 2025-2026 Kenya Cup final scheduled for May 9 at ASK Showground in Kakamega County, after Kabras defeated Blak Blad 48-12 and KCB thrashed Nondescripts 52-7 in their respective semifinals. This will be the eighth meeting between the two sides in a Kenya Cup final since 2014/2015, with Kabras seeking a fifth consecutive title.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 April

  1. KCB and Kabras Sugar advance to Kenya Cup final

    KCB RFC defeated Nondescripts 52-07 in a Kenya Cup semi-final to secure a spot in the 2025-2026 final against defending champions Kabras Sugar, who beat Kenyatta University's Blak Blad 48-15. The final is set for May 2 at the Kakamega Showground.

    26 April 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 April

  1. Kabras host Blak Blad in Kenya Cup semi-final today

    Kabras Sugar will host Kenya University's Blak Blad in the Kenya Cup semi-final at Kakamega Showground today at 3 pm, with the millers making the last four for the 11th straight season and having finished top of the table for the eighth season in a row. Blak Blad, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in their history after a narrow 27-25 win over Strathmore Leos, comes into the match as the surprise package.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

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