Kenya 15s centre Samuel Ovwamu has broken his silence after the team’s painful exit from the 2027 Rugby World Cup qualifiers. A narrow defeat to Zimbabwe ended their campaign, leaving the player frustrated but hopeful for the future.
Highlights:
- Kenya 15s have failed to qualify for the 2027 Rugby World Cup
- The team was edged out by Zimbabwe in the qualifiers
- Centre Samuel Ovwamu has expressed his disappointment
- Ovwamu emphasized the need to regroup and refocus
Main Story:
The Kenya national rugby union team’s hopes of featuring in the 2027 Rugby World Cup were dashed following a tough loss to Zimbabwe in the qualifiers. The defeat marked a bitter end to the Simbas’ campaign and left players and fans devastated.
Samuel Ovwamu, a key figure in the squad’s midfield, shared his disappointment, saying the team gave their all but fell short of the mark.
Speaking after the match, Ovwamu didn’t hold back his emotions. “It’s gutting. We had prepared for this moment, and to miss out again is painful,” he said.
Despite the heartbreak, Ovwamu urged his teammates and supporters to remain optimistic, adding that the experience will serve as fuel to push harder in future competitions.
Ovwamu also highlighted the need for more investment and consistency in local rugby structures, if Kenya is to challenge top-tier teams on the international stage. He emphasized that development at grassroots level and regular international exposure are key to breaking the World Cup qualification barrier.
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