Kenya Lionesses have named their matchday squad for the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup clash against Madagascar scheduled for Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. at the RFUEA Grounds,
In the front row, Jane Chanya retains her role at loosehead prop, anchoring the scrum. On the opposite side, Naomi Muhanji is handed a starting berth at tighthead prop, replacing Knight Otuoma who shifts to the bench.
At hooker, Natasha Emali continues in the starting lineup and retains her leadership role as captain
The second row sees Naomi Jelagat and Phoebe Otieno maintain their partnership. The back row has seen one of the most notable structural adjustments. Nelly Chikombe retains her position at blindside flanker while Marvel Oswago continues at openside flanker.
At number eight, Sheila Chajira is handed the starting role. Judith Auma is now deployed at scrum-half, taking over game management responsibilities and linking play between forwards and backs.
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Maureen Muritu starts at fly-half while the the midfield remains intact with Faith Livoi at inside centre and Janet Okello at outside centre.
The back three sees Stella Wafula retain her position on the wing,. On the opposite wing, Freshia Oduor continues her role, offering width and attacking depth.
At fullback, Sinaida Mokaya keeps her starting spot. The replacements’ bench provides versatility across all departments. Knight Otuoma covers the front row alongside Naomi Muhanji’s starting replacement role, while Jascenta Musakali, Sheila Wesa, Edith Sitati and Charity Nillah strengthen the forward options.
In the backline,, Edith Nariaka, Atieno Awuor, and Yvette Okech provide depth and flexibility.
Kenya Lionesses Starting XV
- Jane Chanya
- Naomi Muhanji
- Natasha Emali (C)
- Naomi Jelagat
- Phoebe Otieno
- Nelly Chikombe
- Marvel Oswago
- Sheila Chajira
- Judith Auma (C)
- Maureen Muritu (VC)
- Stella Wafula
- Faith Livoi
- Janet Okello
- Freshia Oduor
- Sinaida Mokaya
Substitutions
- Knight Otuoma
- Jascenta Musakali
- Sheila Wesa
- Edith Sitati*
- Charity Nillah
- Edith Nariaka (VC)
- Atieno Awuor*
- Yvette Okech
