Kevin Kiprop

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[Lucas Maina 🫧 @lucas_maish]

Times I prayed for🙏🏿

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@KoyokoyoButeme @HipposFans Unfair world

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@KoyokoyoButeme @HipposFans But Kenya (21) had a higher ranking than Brazil (25) at that time. Brazil didn't feature in of the WXV categories last year.
Maybe it is because there was no South American team in the WXV competition and to have one.

[William Abala- SportsRadar @AbalaWilliam]

Breaking Down the Young Player of the Season Contenders🏆
It's difficult to look beyond Aroko after a truly stellar campaign. His consistency, impact, maturity, and influence throughout the season have put him firmly in pole position for the award.
Wangaya, Madada, Majaka, and Musungu have all had outstanding seasons and aren't far behind.
Five Young Stars, One Award! Who Gets Your Vote? 🏆
#SportsRadar #supportlocal #kenyanfootball #SportPesaLeague

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@masese_derrick #ForTheUnfit

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@HipposFans RAWC 2027 will probably be scheduled around June while WXV 2027 will probably be between Sept - Oct. If South Africa win RAWC 2027, would that mean they get the regional spot and thus no need for them to gain World Cup Qualification through WXV.
Meaning no hopes for 🇰🇪 and🇺🇬

[𝗛𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 @HipposFans]

Bit of clarification - 🇺🇬, 🇰🇪, 🇹🇳 or 🇲🇬 can qualify for #RWC2029 if any of them win #RAWC2027

Yes the WXV series are aligned with qualification for the 2029 RWC in Australia, but here is Qualification Pathway:
1️⃣. Automatic qualifiers (from #RWC2025 semi-finalists + host - 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿, 🇫🇷, 🇨🇦, 🇳🇿 & 🇦🇺)
2️⃣. 8 spots - Via 2027 regional competitions including our RAWC 2027
3️⃣. 2 spots - Highest-ranked teams (world rankings) at the end of the 2027 WXV Global Series (not yet qualified, we pray 🇿🇦 gets this so that the rest of us get the other African chance)
4️⃣. 1 final spot - Decided by the 2028 WXV Global Series Challenger (the lower-tier tournament), which acts as a Final Qualification Tournament (FQT).

That’s is it…

And if African teams like 🇰🇪 and 🇺🇬 want to join the next WXV Challenger series after 2028, (most likely WXV 2029 - 2032) we need to play enough games and get our WR rankings between 13 and 18 by the end of that year, 2028

[𝗛𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 @HipposFans]

About that, saw your response to @Joseph_Maaniii

There was a shift from the old WXV days (e.g., 2023: SA → WXV 2, Kenya → WXV 3 via RAC).

The WXV structure changed big-time after the #RWC2025. WXV is now the WXV Global Series (2026–2028 cycle), a fixed three-year program with no promotion/relegation. It’s fully locked based on post-2024 WXV rankings + 2025 RWC participation, and it’s the main pathway pillar toward the #RWC2029 in Australia. https://t.co/0HjkAPlFG8

South Africa is locked in the Top-tier of WXV as Africa’s representative. They earned it via the prior Africa Cup pathway and stay fixed through 2028. https://t.co/XmONwwbbmk

The Challenger tier (Div 2) also has fixed teams ranked ~13–18 (plus Brazil from RWC 2025): 🇧🇷 , 🇫🇯🇭🇰🇳🇱🇼🇸🇪🇸 . No African teams here.

So, the winner of #RAWC2026 happening in Kenya is not “qualifying for” a WXV spot in the old sense. The winner (almost certainly 🇿🇦) doesn’t earn a new ticket - the spots are already set.

[𝗛𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗼𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 @HipposFans]

A number of people, even in key positions at KRU, UR & RA, seem to still believe #RAWC2026 was a qualifier for WXV spots

WXV rebranded to the WXV Global Series (2026–2028) - a fixed three-year structure with no promotion or relegation.

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@HipposFans

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

📈 𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗕𝗔𝗡𝗞'𝗦 𝗨𝗡𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗡 𝗥𝗨𝗡 🔥

With just two matchweeks remaining in the National Super League season, Equity Bank have put themselves firmly in the promotion conversation with a remarkable 14-match unbeaten run 👏

📊 Run Summary:
✅ 10 Wins
🤝 4 Draws
⚽ 23 Goals Scored
🛡️ 1 Goal Conceded
🚫 13 Clean Sheets

The bankers currently sit 4th on 71 points, just:
🔹 3 points behind leaders Migori Youth (74)
🔹 2 points behind 3K FC (73)
🔹 1 point behind Mombasa United (72)

With the top two teams guaranteed automatic promotion to the #SportPesaLeague, every point matters in what is shaping up to be a thrilling finish to the season 👀

🗓️ Next up: a massive showdown against league leaders Migori Youth on Sunday — a match that could have huge implications in the race for promotion.

Can Equity Bank extend their unbeaten run and break into the promotion places? 🏦⚽🔥
#NSL #FootballKE

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

@fombuya @faridazmaritim unsuccessful runout?

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

🗳️ 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣
𝗙𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧
With just over 16 hours remaining until voting closes, 🇺🇬 Alex Aturinda of Stanbic Black Pirates leads the race with more than 64% of all votes cast so far 👀🔥

But it's not over yet...

Can the chasing pack mount a late comeback, or will Aturinda hold on to claim the Fans Player of the Tournament crown? 🏆

Have you voted yet? 🤔

Make your voice count and support your favourite player before voting closes tomorrow at 12 noon ⏰

Vote here 👇
https://t.co/FuSeRGvA2I

#EnterpriseCup #RugbyKE #UgandaRugby

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

🏆 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣
𝗙𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 🗳️🔥
It’s time to crown YOUR standout performer of this year's competition 👊

Vote for your favourite player from the Enterprise Cup season 👇

🗳️Nominees
🇰🇪 Walter Okoth – Kabras Sugar
🇺🇬 Alex Aturinda – Stanbic Black Pirates
🇰🇪 George Nyambua – Kabras Sugar
🇺🇬 Conrad Wanyama – Stanbic Black Pirates
🇺🇬 Isaac Massanganzira – Stanbic Black Pirates
🇰🇪 Patrick Lumumba – Kabras Sugar
🇺🇬 Sydney Gongodyo – Stanbic Black Pirates
🇰🇪 Eugene Sifuna – Kabras Sugar

🔗 Link : https://t.co/FuSeRGvA2I

⏰ Voting closes tomorrow at 12 noon
Who gets your vote? 👀🏆

#EnterpriseCup #RugbyKE #UgandaRugby

[God's Child @yvonnebuluma]

Just heard someone praising @TisiniTech for their work and I was just like yeeeesssssss👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 🏆

𝗧𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 🏉

Following a fiercely contested Enterprise Cup Final between Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar and Uganda Rugby Premiership champions Stanbic Black Pirates, here is the Tisini Data Driven IMPACT Team of the Final based on performance data and overall influence across the match 👏🔥

1️⃣ Edward Mwaura — Kabras 🇰🇪
2️⃣ Eugene Sifuna — Kabras 🇰🇪
3️⃣ Ivan Kabagambe — Pirates 🇺🇬
4️⃣ Hillary Odhiambo — Kabras 🇰🇪
5️⃣ Frank Kidega — Pirates 🇺🇬
6️⃣ George Nyambua — Kabras 🇰🇪
7️⃣ Sydney Gongodyo — Pirates 🇺🇬
8️⃣ Jeanson Misoga — Kabras 🇰🇪
9️⃣ Conrad Wanyama — Pirates 🇺🇬
🔟 Ntabeni Dukisa — Kabras 🇰🇪
1️⃣1️⃣ Derrick Ashihundu — Kabras 🇰🇪
1️⃣2️⃣ Walter Okoth — Kabras 🇰🇪
1️⃣3️⃣ Davis Shimwa — Pirates 🇺🇬
1️⃣4️⃣ Allan Karuhanga — Pirates 🇺🇬
1️⃣5️⃣ Timothy Kisiga — Pirates 🇺🇬

🏉 Coach of the Final:
🔹 Carlos Katywa 🇰🇪

The Kabras tactician guided his side to a sixth consecutive Enterprise Cup title, blending clinical finishing, defensive resilience, and set-piece excellence to overcome a determined Stanbic Black Pirates outfit 👏🏆

#EnterpriseCup #RugbyKE #UgandaRugby

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 🏆

🇰🇪 Kabras Sugar RFC 25-12 Stanbic Black Pirates 🇺🇬

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦! 👑💚💛

Kabras Sugar successfully defended the Enterprise Cup, defeating Uganda's Stanbic Black Pirates 25-12 to secure a sixth consecutive Enterprise Cup title and draw level with their six Kenya Cup crowns 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

📊 By The Numbers:

🏉 Tries
Kabras 5️⃣ - 2️⃣ Pirates
🎯 Visits to Opponent 22
Kabras 7️⃣ - 6️⃣ Pirates
🛡️ Tackle Success
Kabras 82% - 77% Pirates
📈 Lineout Success
Kabras 100% - 43% Pirates

Despite having less possession (45%) and territory (36%), Kabras made their opportunities count, turning pressure into points through clinical finishing and a flawless lineout performance.

Black Pirates controlled possession and territory for long periods, but Kabras' defensive resilience and attacking efficiency proved decisive on the biggest stage.

🏆 Enterprise Cup Champions
🏆 Kenya Cup Champions
The East African kings retain their crown 👑🔥

#EnterpriseCup #RugbyKE #UgandaRugby

[Tisini @TisiniTech]

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 🏆

𝗧𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 ⭐

🇰🇪 George Nyambua (Kabras Sugar RFC)

When the stakes were highest, George Nyambua delivered a championship-winning performance to help Kabras Sugar secure a sixth consecutive Enterprise Cup title 👏🔥

📊 IMPACT Stats:
🏉 2 Tries
🏃 9 Carries
🛡️ 11 Tackles Completed
💥 4 Dominant Tackles
🔄 1 Turnover Won
🎯 92% Tackle Success

A clinical display on both sides of the ball — finishing opportunities, winning collisions, and setting the defensive tone for the champions.

Big game. Big moments. Big impact. 👑🏆
#EnterpriseCup #RugbyKE #UgandaRugby

[Kevin Kiprop @_KevinKip]

Gor Mahia wakienda statehouse kulambishwa pia Kabras yetu iekwe kwa mix angalau wapate za physio session na tenso wasitoke bure.
Kupiga kila team for the last 4+ years sio mchezo, ata za glucose jameni.