The oval ball is back in flight. The 2026 Kenya Cup season kicks off this afternoon with champions KCB RFC launching their title defense against newcomers A-Plus. However, the headline clash sees the military men of KDF taking on the Red Blazres in a high-octane encounter.

KCB, looking for a fifth consecutive title, have strengthened their squad but face a stiffer challenge from a resurgent Kabras Sugar. "We are the team to beat, and we know it," said KCB captain Curtis Lilako. The league promises physicality and flair as clubs vie for supremacy and spots in the national Simbas squad.