Kenya Harlequin FC will face KCB Rugby in the men’s final of the 43rd edition of the Impala Floodlit tournament on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Impala Club along Ngong Road, Nairobi.
The highly anticipated clash is scheduled for 7:30 p.m and will headline a full day of rugby action, featuring men’s, women’s, and varsity competitions as teams battle for honours across categories.
Speaking ahead of the grand finale, Impala Floodlit Chairman Loren Lubanga said the tournament had continued to cement its place on the Kenyan rugby calendar by bringing together teams across different categories and providing a platform for high-level competition.
“The Impala Floodlit has grown into an important fixture on the Kenyan rugby calendar, bringing together teams across different categories and allowing players to compete at a high level.” Loren said.
Lubanga added that the organisers were looking forward to an exciting finale that would showcase the talent, resilience and sportsmanship of the participating teams.
“This year’s edition has delivered exciting rugby, and we look forward to a memorable finale that celebrates the talent, resilience and sportsmanship that define our game. We invite rugby fans and families to turn up in large numbers and be part of the occasion,” said Lubanga.
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KCB Rugby and Kenya Harlequin FC Set for Showdown
KCB Rugby booked their place in the final with a commanding 64–11 victory over Mwamba RFC in the semi-final on Saturday, October 24, at Impala Grounds.
The bankers will now be seeking to cap their campaign by securing their 11th Impala Floodlit title, while Kenya Harlequin FC will be determined to claim the coveted trophy.
Meanwhile, the men’s final will be preceded by the third-place playoff between Nondies and Mwamba RFC at 5:50 p.m.
Earlier, Menengai Oilers will face Blak Blad in the men’s plate match at 4:10 p.m., while Daystar Falcons take on JKUAT in the varsity final at 2:30 p.m.
Kenya Harlequin FC Captain Jeff Kiragu said his team was prepared for the challenge, acknowledging the quality of their opponents.
“Reaching the final is a significant achievement, but our focus is on finishing the job. KCB are a strong side, and we know we will need to be disciplined, clinical and committed for the entire match. We have prepared well, and the team is looking forward to the challenge. Finals are decided by the work you put in on the day, and we are ready to give our best,” said Kiragu.
Women’s Final and Other Category Fixtures
In the women’s category, Quins Queens will face Mwamba RFC at 12:50 p.m. in the final, following the third-place playoff between Impala Roans and Nondescripts Suburbs at RFUEA Grounds at 9:30 a.m.
Additionally, the varsity plate final between Mean Machine and Kabarak Stallions is scheduled for 11:10 a.m. at RFUEA Grounds, while Zetech University will meet the United States International University (USIU) in the varsity third-place playoff at Impala Grounds at 11:10 a.m.
The tournament’s 43rd edition underscores the continued growth of rugby in Kenya, providing competitive opportunities for established clubs and emerging talent while bringing fans together to celebrate the sport.
Fans can purchase tickets through Tikohub or the Safaricom OneApp and are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the day’s action ahead of the evening’s headline fixture.
