Odera reveals areas of improvement after another Simbas loss

The national men’s 15’s side, Kenya Simbas again arrived late to the party as they went down 66-33 to the Down Touch Griffons in a Currie Cup First Division clash staged at the Pelatona Stadium in Welkom, South Africa.

The defeat now means that the Simbas have suffered a third defeat on the bounce after being hammered 51-14 by Valke and come close, losing 21-20 against Zimbabwe, leaving them ninth with a single point.

Simbas are in South Africa as they continue to step up their preparations for the 2023 Rugby World Cup qualifiers that are slated for early July this year.

After the spirited performance in the loss to Griffons who continue with their 100% start to the season, Odera noted that he will need to tighten the loose ends in his defense.

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“We are showing great resolve and fighting spirit in all games. We came from 33-7 down at halftime to lose 66-33… great comeback. These boys don’t give up until the final whistle.”

“Our defense is still a challenge. It is not a lack of bravery or trying, but our tackle technique needs to improve. Our error rate also needs to come down as good teams punish every error,” said Odera.

The former Chipu head coach added that there were numerous things to work on but the game also had a number of positives to draw from the encounter.

After the loss to Zimbabwe, Odera tinkered with his side, making 12 chances as Samuel Asati bagged a brace with Thomas Okeyo, Andrew Matoka and Brian Wahinya also getting tries of their own.