Sables Squad Named for Rugby Africa Cup Challenge
The Zimbabwe Sables have finalized their squad for the upcoming Rugby Africa Cup, set to take place in Uganda. The team, a formidable blend of experienced players and promising young talent, has undergone rigorous training in Harare to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead.
With the addition of key foreign-based players to the consortium of grinding locals, the Sables are poised to mount a strong challenge for the coveted title. The squad is confident and determined ahead of its departure for Kampala on Thursday morning.
The Sables will kick off their campaign against the host nation, Uganda, on July 20th at the
Mandela National Stadium in Kampala.
Forwards:
Victor Mupunga, Simba Mandioma, Cleopas Kundiona, David Makamba, Kudakwashe Nyakufaringwa, Blithe Mavesere, Simba Siraha, Aiden Burnett (VC), Zvikomborero Chimoto, Bryan Chiang, Bornwell Gwinji, Hilton Kamanda, Tadiwa Gwashu, Dylan Utete, Brian Nyaude, Tawanda Banda, Brian Makamure
Backs:
Hilton Mudariki (C), Ian Prior, Edward Sigauke, Kudzi Mashawi (CC), Dion Khumalo,
Brandon Mudzekenyedzi, Tapiwa Mafura, Keegan Joubert, Darrell Makwasha, Trevor Gurwe,Takudzwa Musingwini
Technical Team
Head Coach:
Piet Benade,
Assistant Coach:
Ricky Chirengende,
Consultant:
Gert Smal,
Defense Coach:
Senna Esterhuizen,
Forwards & Scrum Coach:
Joel Carew,
Athlete Welfare Manager:
Tich Makwanya,
Lineout Coach:
Fortune Chipendu,
Assistant Forwards Coach:
Kevin Nqindi,
Team Manager:
TJ Chifokoyo,
Physio:
Amanda Zisengwe
Tel:
(+263) 772 432 602
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Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com) is the governing body of rugby in Africa and one of the regional associations under World Rugby. It unites all African countries that play rugby union, rugby sevens, and women’s rugby. Rugby Africa organizes various competitions, including the qualifying tournaments for the Rugby World Cup and the Africa Sevens, a qualifying competition for the Olympic Games. With 39 member unions, Rugby Africa is dedicated to promoting and developing rugby across the continent. World Rugby highlighted Ghana, Nigeria and Zambia as three of the six emerging nations experiencing strong growth in rugby.
