Sables announces 23-man squad to take on Namibia in Africa Cup final

The Zimbabwe Rugby national team, the Sables have announced their 23-man squad to face Namibia in tomorrow’s Rugby Afrique Cup final in Kampala.

The march will be played at the Mandela National Stadium from 4:00 PM EAT.

The winner of this high-stakes clash will not only be crowned continental champions but also book a direct ticket to the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia.

Sables Head coach Piet Benade’s led squad has Victor Mupunga, Simba Mandioma, and Cleopas Kundiona in the the front row with Godfrey Muzanargwo and Simba Siraha set to start as the locks.

Zimbabwe’s path to the final began with a commanding 43-8 victory over Morocco, followed by a tense semifinal battle against Kenya, which the Sables edged 29-23 to set up this blockbuster encounter.

Starting XV:

1. Victor Mupunga

2. Simba Mandioma

3. Cleopas Kundiona

4. Godfrey Muzanargwo

5. Simba Siraha

6. Tinotenda Mavesere

7. Dylan Utete

8. Jason Fraser

9. Hilton Mudariki (C)

10. Ian Prior

11. Tapiwa Mafura

12. Edward Sigauke

13. Kudzai Mashawi

14. Matthew McNab

15. Brandon Mudzekenyedzi

Replacements:
16. Liam Larkan
17. Tyran Fagan
18. Bornwell Gwinji
19. Tadiwa Gwashu
20. Aiden Burnett
21. Keegan Joubert
22. Dion Khumalo
23. Bruce Houston *(Debut)