How is the weather in Nairobi? That’s the question circling the Black Pirates camp as they prepare for the Enterprise Cup final against Kabras Sugar.
It’s not just about conditions. It’s about stepping into unfamiliar territory with history on the line.
Pirates earned their place the hard way, edging Nondescripts RFC 20-17 in a tense semifinal at Kings Park in Kampala. It was a physical contest from the start, with both sides locked at 10-10 by halftime.
After the break, Pirates found the edge they needed. Alex Aturinda powered over before Conrad Wanyama added another try to stretch the lead.
Nondescripts responded late, cutting the gap to three points, but Pirates held firm under pressure to see out the win.
Aturinda stood out, dominating at the breakdown and scoring a key try, while the team’s defence in the closing moments proved decisive.
The victory capped a strong run for Pirates, who had already knocked out KCB in the quarterfinals.
Now they face the competition’s dominant force. Kabras Sugar booked their spot in the final with a 29-20 win over Menengai Oilers in Kakamega.
After going behind early, the defending champions took control through tries from Edward Mwaura and Roy Maruti, building a lead they never lost.
The final, set for May 30, brings together two East African sides for the first time in over two decades.
