The 2026 Impala Floodlit Tournament semifinals across the club, university, and ladies’ categories will be played this Saturday, October 24, at Impala Club, with teams battling for places in the finals scheduled for October 31, 2026, at the same venue.
With the semifinal stage set to bring together some of the tournament’s strongest contenders, Impala Floodlit Tournament Chairman Loren Lubanga expressed optimism about the quality of the match-ups and the level of competition expected across the three categories.
Additionally, he noted that the teams had worked tirelessly to reach the semifinals, setting the stage for fiercely contested matches.
“We have an exciting line-up across all three categories, and the semifinal stage is where the competition becomes even more intense. The teams have worked hard to get here, and we expect competitive matches as they fight for a place in the finals. We invite rugby fans to turn up in numbers and enjoy the action,” said Lubanga.
Semifinal Fixtures Across the Three Categories
With the stakes rising, attention now shifts to the match-ups that will determine which teams advance to the finals.
The club category features a clash between established contenders, while the university and ladies’ competitions promise equally compelling encounters as teams vie for a place in the title deciders.
In the club category, 10-time champions KCB Rugby Club will face Mwamba RFC in the match expected to get underway at 6:00 pmBuild-up, while Nondies Rugby Club take on Kenya Harlequins in the second semifinal.
Meanwhile, the university category will feature JKUAT Cougars against Zetech Oaks, alongside a clash between USIU Martials and Daystar Falcons.
In the ladies’ category, Mwamba will face Northern Suburbs, while hosts Impala take on Kenya Harlequins.
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Rugby Action, Entertainment and Finals on the Horizon
Beyond the on-field action, fans can look forward to a lively match-day experience featuring music, food and entertainment, making the semifinals an exciting outing for rugby enthusiasts and families.
Meanwhile, Impala Rugby Captain Valentino Cosmas highlighted the intensity and significance of the semifinal stage, expressing confidence that the fixtures would deliver an exciting day of rugby.
“The semifinals are always special because every team understands what is at stake. We expect intense contests, big performances and exciting rugby. With the fans behind us and the atmosphere at Impala Grounds, it promises to be a fantastic day for the game,” noted Valentino.
Following Saturday’s semifinals, the tournament finals across the club, university and ladies’ categories will be played on Saturday, October 31, at Impala Club.
