The Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU) has announced the Sables squad for the Rugby Africa Cup, which will be held in Uganda from July 18 to 30.
The squad is made up of both experienced and up-and-coming players, and head coach Pieter Benade believes the team has the talent and depth to compete for the title.
“We are excited to be heading to Uganda for the Rugby Africa Cup,” Benade told reporters. “We have chosen a strong squad capable of winning the tournament.” We understand that it will be a difficult challenge, but we are confident that we can cause an upset.”
Sables at practice image credit Jeff Murimbechi
The full Sables squad is as follows:
Forwards
* Aiden Burnett (Vice Captain)
* Blythe Mavesere
* Bornwell Gwinji
* Brian Makamure
* Brian Nyaude
* Bryan Chiang
* Cleopas Kundiona
* David Makamba
* Hilton Kamanda
* Huntley Masterson
* Jeff Makoni
* Keegan Joubert
* Kudakwashe Nyakufaringwa
* Liam Larkan
* Neil Mawere
* Simba Mandioma
* Simba Siraha
* Tadiwa Gwashu
* Tapiwa Tsomondo
* Victor Mapunga
* Zvikomborero Chimoto
Backs
* Brandon Mudzekenyedzi
* Carlos Matemai
* Darell Makwasha
* Dion Khumalo
* Gamu Nekati
* Godfrey Magaramombe
* Hilton Mudariki (Captain)
* Ian Prior
* Kudzi Mashawi (Co Captain)
* Takudzwa Musingwini
* Tapiwa Mafura
* Thabani Maguranyanga
* Trevor Gurwe
The Sables will begin their Rugby Africa Cup campaign against the hosts Uganda on July 20th.
Sables head coach Pieter Benade image credit Jeff Murimbechi
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