Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) has cancelled the 2022 Elgon Cup, the Rugby15s league that comprises of Uganda Cranes.
While making the announcement, the federation cited hard economic times where the tournament was set to be held on July 23 and July 30 in Uganda and Kenya respectively.
“Following consultations internally within the Kenya Rugby Union, and with our stakeholders and sponsors, we regrettably report that we will be unable to participate in the Elgon Cup 2022 that was slated for later this month,” said KRU Honorary Secretary Ian Mugambi.
“This is as a result of the prevailing economic conditions in the aftermath of Covid-19, we are not in a position to confirm our participation in this year’s tournament.”
Kenya Simbas have dominated the competition, lifting the title in the last four editions.
In the last edition held in 2019, Simba beat Uganda Cranes 29-21 on aggregate. Kenya Lionesses also retained the title after defeating Uganda Lady Cranes 79-19 on aggregate.