Enterprise Cup: KCB Rugby suffer shock exit as Oilers, Nondies, Kabras sail through

Title favourites KCB Rugby have been bundled out of the 2026 Enterprise Cup after suffering a narrow 11-10 defeat to Uganda’s Stanbic Bank Pirates in a tightly contested quarterfinal clash played on Saturday, 21 March at the Muteesa II Royal Stadium, Wankulukuku in Kampala, Uganda.

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The Bankers’ exit makes them the only Kenyan side to suffer elimination at this stage, as Menengai Oilers, Kabras RFC, and Nondies all booked their places in the semifinals with commanding performances.

KCB’s loss came down to fine margins in a low-scoring encounter, with Pirates holding their nerve to seal a famous victory and knock out one of the tournament favourites.

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Oilers run riot in Nakuru

In contrast, Menengai Oilers delivered one of the most dominant displays of the round, thrashing Toyota Buffaloes 60-15 at the ASK Nakuru Showground.

Despite early resistance from the Ugandan side, Oilers struck first through a well-executed rolling maul, with Destrious Ifedha touching down for the opening try.

Although Abutwalib Wesonga missed the conversion, it set the tone for what would become a one-sided affair.

Oilers quickly shifted gears, with Alvin Khavoli slicing through the defense before Wesonga added the extras for a 12-0 lead.

Brian Achacha then powered over after beating multiple defenders, stretching the advantage to 19-0 inside the opening quarter.

The hosts continued to dominate possession and territory, with Wallace Onyango and Philip Okeyo both crossing over to hand Oilers a commanding 31-0 lead.

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Buffaloes briefly responded with penalty kicks to cut the deficit to 31-6, but Achacha’s second try ensured Oilers went into the break firmly in control at 36-6.

Second half

The closing half followed a similar script. Khavoli combined effectively with Wesonga for two quick tries, both converted, to extend the lead to 50-6.

Although Buffaloes added more points through penalties and capitalised on a temporary numerical advantage following a yellow card to Lucky Onyango, Oilers remained relentless.

Beldad Ogeta and Okeyo added late tries to seal an emphatic 60-15 victory and underline Oilers’ title credentials heading into the semifinals.

Kabras, Nondies advanced

Elsewhere, Kabras RFC continued their strong run with a commanding 61-19 victory over Heathens, showcasing their attacking prowess on Ugandan soil.

Nondies also impressed, securing a 29-13 win over KCB Kobs to complete a successful outing for Kenyan sides in the cross-border quarterfinals.

Quarterfinal results:

Menengai Oilers 60-15 Toyota Buffaloes

Nondies 29-13 KCB Kobs

Stanbic Bank Pirates 11-10 KCB Rugby

Heathens 19-61 Kabras RFC