This archive report was first published on 20 September 2019.
On September 20, 2019, Nakuru Athletics Club was set to host its first Test rugby match in recent memory when Kenya Simbas clashed with Zimbabwe's Sables in the Victoria Cup return match.
The Zimbabwean team had beaten Kenya 30-29 in a closely contested first leg tie at Hartsfield Rugby grounds in Bulawayo the previous month.
Event director Edward Moseti expressed excitement about hosting the match, stating, "We are ready to host the first ever international match at Nakuru Athletics Club. This is a milestone and dream come true for rugby lovers in Nakuru County. We thank the Kenya Rugby Union for believing in us."
Moseti also thanked Nakuru Top Fry RFC and Menengai Oil refineries for their support in hosting the match.
The match was expected to be a high-profile event, with both teams and officials set to be accommodated at Empolos Hotel.
Event director Edward Moseti urged Nakuru rugby fans to turn out in large numbers to watch the match and give the national team morale support.
