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Algeria eliminates Kenya Simbas from Rugby Africa Cup
Reading Time: 2min | Wed. 24.07.24. | 16:44
The Simbas had previously defeated Algeria in the 2022 semi-finals.
The Kenya Simbas have been eliminated from the Rugby Africa Cup following a 20-12 defeat to Algeria in a semifinal game played at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Namboole on Wednesday, 24 July.
This marks a disappointing end to the tournament for the Simbas, who had previously defeated Algeria in the 2022 semi-finals.
The Simbas missed crucial attacking line-outs but fought on to score through vice-captain Eugene Sifuna, who scored a try from close range after a ruck just before the tryline. Okwemba added the extras for a 7-3 lead.
Algeria pulled back in style as Fares Leulmi Pierre Boulkenafet sidestepped his marker and released the ball to Thomas Patrick Lacroix, who scored for an 8-7 lead.
The Simbas responded as Beldad Ogeta scored another impressive solo effort try, which saw him beat several markers to touch down and reclaim a 12-8 lead.
In the second half, Caminati drilled in two penalties for a 14-12 lead. Algeria had several chances to push forward but failed to utilize their opportunities to score another try. Just before the 70th minute, Caminati drilled in two other penalties for a 20-12 win.
This was a drop from their 2022 Rugby Africa Cup semi-final performance, where the Simbas won 36-33 in France to reach the final. They lost to Namibia in the finals, granting the Southern African nation a ticket to the 2023 Rugby World Cup.
Simbas squad against Senegal
1. Ephraim Oduor 2. Eugene Sifuna (VC) 3. Hillary Mwanjilwa 4. Ibrahim Ayoo 5. Hilary Odhiambo 6. George Nyambu (C) 7. Thomas Okeyo 8. Jeanson Misoga 9. Samson Onsomu (VC) 10. Barry Robinson 11. Beldad Ogeta 12. Walter Okoth 13. Bryceson Adaka 14. Derrick Ashiundu 15. Timothy Omela 16. Griffin Musila 17. Edward Mwaura 18. Wilhtie Mususi 19. Malcolm Onsando 20. Elkeans Musonye 21. Obat Kuke 22. Abutwalib Wesonga 23. Richel Wangila
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