KCB Survive Late Scare to Clinch 2025 Driftwood 7s Title in Mombasa

KCB Rugby began their 2025 National Sevens Circuit campaign on a high note after edging out a determined Strathmore Leos side 15-14 in a pulsating Driftwood 7s final held at the Mombasa Sports Club.

The Bankers dominated the first half, capitalizing on early handling errors by the Leos. Elvis Olukusi opened the scoring after a well-worked scrum, with his height and pace proving too much for the Leos’ defence. 

Floyd Wabwire added a second try shortly after, before Olukusi crossed the whitewash again to complete a first-half brace, giving KCB a 15-0 lead at the break.

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Despite KCB’s commanding start, the second half saw a spirited comeback from the Strathmore Leos. Barnabas Owuor’s converted try reignited hopes for the university side. After Wabwire was sin-binned for a high tackle, Strathmore pressed hard and were rewarded with a penalty try, narrowing the gap to just one point.

However, a late knock-on and some resolute KCB defending sealed the narrow win, handing the Bankers their first title of the season and an early lead in the overall standings ahead of next weekend’s Prinsloo 7s in Nakuru.

Kabras RFC claimed third place after recovering from an early deficit to defeat Nakuru RFC 21-10. Nakuru struck first following a defensive lapse, but Kabras responded with tries from Roy Maruti and Brian Mutua. Maruti converted both and added another try in the second half to secure the win.

Despite late pressure and unconverted tries by Nakuru, Kabras held on to seal a deserved victory.

5th Place Final: Menengai Oilers 14-7 Kenya Harlequin

Challenge Trophy Final: Menengai Oilers 14-10 Kenya Harlequin

13th Place Final: Blak Blad 12-5 Kabarak

Challenge Final: Catholic Monks 25-0 Kabete Stallions

Division 2 Final: Zetech Oaks 10-0 NYS Spades (Zetech promoted to Division 1)

The 2025 National Sevens Circuit resumes next weekend with the Prinsloo 7s in Nakuru, where teams will look to build on or bounce back from their Driftwood performances.