- The 25/26 Kenya Cup Round 3 will kick off on Saturday, December 6, across various venues in the country.
- Five fixtures are scheduled for the day, headlined by KCB Rugby hosting Strathmore Leos at the KCB Ruaraka Sports Club.
- Kick-off for all fixtures will be at 4:00 p.m.
After an exciting opening two rounds, the Kenya Cup 2025/26 season enters its third round with five top-flight matches scheduled across various venues this Saturday, December 6.
Menengai Oilers have stormed into the season riding high, leading the pack with a formidable 151 points already scored. Defending champions Kabras Sugar, unbeaten in three seasons, sit second with 119 points, while KCB Rugby complete the podium trio with 113.
Strathmore Leos and Kenya Harlequins round out the five undefeated sides in the top tier after two rounds, boasting four and 19 points respectively.
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25/26 Kenya Cup Round 3 preview
This weekend will feature only five fixtures, as the match between Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) Rugby and Daystar Falcons has been called off due to a scheduling conflict arising from academic graduation ceremonies.
In Nairobi, four encounters will unfold, headlined by KCB Rugby hosting Strathmore Leos at the KCB Ruaraka Sports Club.
This clash promises to be a thrilling contest for the prestigious Jerry Olola Cup, a fixture honoring the beloved figure who represented both teams before his passing.
Both sides aim to protect their unbeaten records, but KCB appear the stronger outfit, bolstered by home advantage and their impressive early-season form.
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Meanwhile, a few kilometers away, KU Blak Blad prepare to welcome Kenya Harlequins at the Kenyatta University Grounds, setting the stage for a duel between two teams eager to climb the standings.
Back in the city, Nondescripts await Nakuru RFC ‘Wanyore’, with the visitors still searching for their first victory of the campaign while the hosts seek to return to winning ways after a narrow defeat to the Leos last weekend.
Elsewhere, a wounded Impala RFC make the long trip to Kakamega to face the defending champions, Kabras Sugar, hoping to recover from a painful 97–6 loss to the high-flying Oilers.
While, the table-topping Menengai Oilers welcome Kisumu RFC to the ASK Showground in Nakuru as they look to preserve their perfect start.
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The KRU Championship promises just as much excitement, particularly for rugby lovers in Nairobi, where five of the six games will be held within the capital and its environs.
NYS Spades host Kisii RFC at their Headquarters along Thika Road. Nearby, Mwamba RFC welcome Western Bulls to the GOAN Institute for a 3:00 PM showdown.
25/26 Kenya Cup Round 3 Fixtures, Venues, and Kick-off Times
All matches kick off at 4:00 PM EAT
- KCB Rugby vs Strathmore Leos – KCB Sports Club, Ruaraka
- Kabras Sugar vs Impala RFC – ASK Showground, Kakamega
- Menengai Oilers vs Kisumu RFC – ASK Showground, Nakuru
- KU Blak Blad vs Kenya Harlequin – Kenyatta University
- Nondescripts vs Nakuru RFC – Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi
2025/26 KRU Championship Round 3 Fixtures
All fixtures kick off at 3:00 PM EAT
- NYS Spades vs Kisii RFC – NYS HQ, Ruaraka
- Mwamba RFC vs Western Bulls – Goan Institute
- SC Pirates vs USIU Martials – Seacrest Grounds, Dandora
- Catholic Monks vs Mombasa RFC – CUEA Pavilion, Karen
- Zetech Oaks vs Mean Machine – Zetech University, Mang’u Campus
- JKUAT Cougars vs Homeboyz RFC – JKUAT Main Campus