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Menengai Oilers

Menengai Oilers — rugby team grouped in the 2026 Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit's Prinsloo Sevens tournament.

2026-05-092026-07-28

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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    With stakes higher than ever before, the bankers who failed to recapture the league trophy they lost to Oilers in 2025 will have everything to fight for as they seek to firm their grip on their gong.

    Champions KCB Bank lock horns with Pipeline in Kenya Cup final
  3. The Standard

    .Hosts Nakuru RFC started off on a mixed note in Group D, winning and losing one match First, Wanyore suffered a 12-7 loss against Kenyatta University’s Blak Blad before bouncing back to beat Impala 25-5.Nakuru’s quarter-final hopes depended on their match against Menengai Oilers

    Kabras, Quins and KCB storm into Prinsloo Sevens quarters
  4. 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
  5. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeNakuru RFC will renew rivalry with Menengai Oilers after being drawn in the same group at the Prinsloo Sevens slated for next week at Nakuru Athletic Club.

    Nakuru, Oilers renew rivalry at Prinsloo Sevens
  6. June 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    Strathmore out to defend Ruff n Tuff 7s title as draw sets stage for July showdown By Ade Attere June 30, 2026 06:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Menengai Oilers and Kenya 7s star Denis Abukuse was named

    Strathmore out to defend Ruff n Tuff 7s title as draw sets stage for July showdown
  8. Citizen Digital

    However, they are expected to face stiff competition from Strathmore Leos, who denied them victory at both Prinsloo 7s and Embu 7s last season, as well as traditional powerhouses Kabras Sugar, Menengai Oilers and Kenya Harlequin.

    Boost as National Sevens Circuit receives KSh34 million sponsorship head of new season
  9. The Standard

    Other contenders include Kabras Sugar RFC, Menengai Oilers and Kenya Harlequin. .std-banner-wrap { max-width: 100%; width: 100%; position: relative; margin: 2.5rem 0 2rem; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; } .std-top-rule { display: flex; height: 4px; } .std-top-rul

    Boost for National Sevens Circuit as SportPesa injects Sh34 million
  10. May 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    At halftime, head coach Bling Wambua introduced Menengai Oilers’ Dennis Abukuse for the electric Odongo.

    Shujaa seek lifeline against Great Britain after back-to-back defeats at Valladolid 7s
  12. Citizen Digital

    The Kakamega-based side advanced to the final after defeating Menengai Oilers 29-20 in the semi-finals while the Black Pirates, made history by becoming the first Ugandan club to reach the final since the defunct Kampala Rugby Club in 1970 with win over Nondescript.

    Kabras eye greatness with back-to-back Enterprise Cups in sight
  13. The Standard

    Although Menengai Oilers missed the final, their winger Alvin Khavoli still leads the try-scoring standings with 14 tries, while teammate Daniel Kipchirchir has 12.

    Kabras chase history as KCB seek revenge in Kenya Cup final

Sunday 26 July

  1. KCB Bank face Pipeline in Kenya Cup volleyball final

    Defending champions KCB Bank will battle newly crowned league champions Kenya Pipeline in the Kenya Cup final on Sunday at Kasarani Indoor Arena. KCB advanced to the final after a five-set semi-final victory over Prisons, with Pauline Chemtai named player of the match.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Kabras, Quins, and KCB advance to Prinsloo Sevens quarters

    Kabras Sugar and Kenya Harlequin secured knockout-stage berths at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament in Nakuru on Saturday, with Kabras defeating Mwamba 26-12 and Embu RFC 47-0, and Harlequin beating Embu RFC 26-7 and Mwamba 10-5. Meanwhile, Strathmore Leos recovered from a 19-14 loss to MMUST by hammering Kisumu RFC 36-0 in their Group B fixture.

    26 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

Sunday 19 July

  1. Nakuru RFC, Menengai Oilers drawn together at Prinsloo Sevens

    Nakuru RFC and Menengai Oilers have been grouped together in Group D at the Prinsloo Sevens tournament, scheduled for next week at Nakuru Athletic Club as the first leg of the 2026 Sportpesa National Sevens Circuit. Defending champions Strathmore Leos headline Group B, while circuit champions Kabras Sugar are in Group A.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

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

Wednesday 17 June

  1. National Sevens Circuit secures KSh34 million sponsorship for 2026

    Kenya's rugby fraternity has received a sponsorship package worth KSh34.14 million from a gaming firm for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double the previous investment of KSh16.5 million. The six-leg competition will run from July 25 to September 13 and is expected to strengthen the country's leading rugby development platform.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. SportPesa backs National Sevens Circuit with Sh34 million sponsorship

    SportPesa has injected Sh34.14 million into Kenya's 2026 National Sevens Circuit, more than double last year's investment, with funds allocated to support host clubs, the Kenya Rugby Union, media coverage, and prize money for the six-leg domestic competition.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 29 May

  1. Kenya Shujaa face Great Britain in Valladolid 7s decider

    Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team, bottom of Pool A with one point after losses to Australia and South Africa, must beat Great Britain to qualify for the World Sevens Championships quarterfinals as one of the best third-placed finishers.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 28 May

  1. Kabras pursue sixth Enterprise Cup title, Black Pirates seek upset

    Kabras RFC aim to win the Enterprise Cup for the sixth consecutive year and complete a double after securing a historic five-peat of Kenya Cup titles. Uganda's Stanbic Black Pirates, the first Ugandan club to reach the final since 1970, stand in their way at the RFUEA Grounds.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 9 May

  1. Kabras bid for fifth straight Kenya Cup title against KCB

    Defending champions Kabras Sugar host KCB Rugby in today's Kenya Cup final, seeking a historic fifth consecutive title—a feat no team has achieved in 42 years. KCB, who last won the cup four seasons ago, arrive with a record of five previous Kenya Cup final victories over Kabras, though Kabras are unbeaten in their last six meetings between the sides.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

  2. Felix Oloo remembered as legend of Kenyan rugby

    Former Kenya Lionesses head coach Felix Oloo, who died at 37, is being mourned as a true legend for his contributions to rugby development at club and national levels, including his work with Nakuru RFC Age Grade Academy since 2011, which has produced international players.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

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