The Kenya Lionesses will be chasing both pride and position when they lock horns with regional rivals Uganda in the final round of the 2025 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup on Sunday, 15 June, at the Stade Makis in Antananarivo, Madagascar. The match starts at 1300 Hrs EAT.After a strong start that saw them brush aside hosts Madagascar 28-5, the Lionesses fell narrowly to defending champions South Africa in a spirited 19-12 contest.##NAJAVA_MECA_8976950##Follow our WhatsApp channel for more newsWith one win and one loss, Kenya sits second in the standings with six points, just one point ahead of Uganda. The standings are likely to make the East African derby a must-win for both sides.“It’s a do-or-die match,” Lionesses head coach Simon Odongo said.Odongo has made several tactical changes to his squad to give Kenya the best shot at finishing second, and potentially putting pressure on South Africa, who face Madagascar later in the day.Harambee Starlets face Burundi in CECAFA Women’s Championship openerChanges to the starting teamOdongo has reshuffled the front row with Jane Chanya and Natasha Emali switching roles, while Naomi Muhanji retains her spot at hooker.Maureen Chebet, the vice-captain, teams up with Noleen Khaleyi in the second row, replacing Naomi Jelagat. The back row sees no changes, with captain Enid Ouma and Naomi Amuguni starting as flankers and Sheila Chajira anchoring at number eight.STARS ABROAD: Waweru scores in first start since injury as Origi, Odhiambo feature in SwedenAnn Njeri replaces Edith Nariaka at scrum-half, joining Moreen Muritu, who keeps her place at fly-half. Birthday girl Yvette Okech earns her first international start on the left wing, coming in for Stella Wafula.In the midfield, Christabel Lindo pairs with Faith Livoi, while Diana Awino slots in on the right wing in place of Freshia Awino. Sinaida Nyachio completes the backline at fullback.Wanyonyi, birthday girl Moraa headline Stockholm DL fieldSouth Africa remain unbeaten and top the standings with 9 points, having outscored their opponents 81-19 across two games.Kenya, with a +16 point difference and 40 points scored, will be looking to cement their position or even topple South Africa, should the reigning champions falter against Madagascar.Meanwhile, Uganda’s Lady Cranes surged to third place with 5 points after pulling off a dramatic 24-20 comeback win over Madagascar.That victory breathed new life into their campaign, following a heavy 62-6 defeat to South Africa on opening day.With only a single point separating the two East African neighbours, today’s showdown promises fireworks as both teams vie for bragging rights, regional supremacy, and a strong finish in the continental contest.Shabana FC forward out to delay Police glory
