Pictures: Kenya’s Chipu maul Uganda to launch Barthes Cup title defence with a bang

By: ALEX ISABOKE 1 min read
Pictures: Kenya’s Chipu maul Uganda to launch Barthes Cup title defence with a bang
Kenya Mathias Osimbo charges past Uganda defence in the Barthes Africa U20 opener at the Nyayo National Stadium

NAIROBI, Kenya, April 9 – Home boys Kenya Under-20 rugby team mauled their neighbors Uganda 54-20 to start its Barthes Africa Cup on a high at the Nyayo National Stadium.

In other results, Namibia thrashed Cote d’Ivoire 64-0, Tunisia narrowly lost 18-19 to Zimbabwe while Madagascar were 26-14 winners over Zambia.

Chipu’s Tony Oketch is tackled by a Uganda player during their 2022 Barthes Africa Cup opener at the Nyayo National Stadium. Photo/RAYMOND MAKHAYA
Kenya’s Wilhite Musisi in action against Uganda during their 2022 Barthes Africa Cup opener at the Nyayo National Stadium. Photo/RAYMOND MAKHAYA
Kenya’s Scrum-Half David Mwaura in action against Uganda during their 2022 Barthes Africa Cup opener at the Nyayo National Stadium. Photo/RAYMOND MAKHAYA
Kenya’s Mathias Osimbo against Uganda’s Alvine Mwebaze during their 2022 Barthes Africa Cup opener at the Nyayo National Stadium. Photo/RAYMOND MAKHAYA
ALEX ISABOKE

ALEX ISABOKE

ALEX ISABOKE is a seasoned multimedia journalist with an impressive track record spanning over a decade in the field of sports journalism and is currently the Sports Editor at Capital FM. Beyond his successful broadcasting and digital career, Alex has made significant contributions to the sports community, serving on multiple committees dedicated to enhancing the sports landscape. He has covered all major international sports from Olympics/Paralympics, FIFA World Cup, NBA-All Stars, World Athletics Championships, AFCON, WRC and many more.