Rugby: Shujaa lose to Ireland in Hong Kong Sevens opener

Ireland's Matthew McDonald beats Billy Odhiambo (left) and Nelson Oyoo on day two of the HSBC Canada Sevens at BC Place Stadium [Courtesy-World Rugby]

Kenya Sevens begun the 2023 World Rugby Sevens Series season on the back foot after losing to Ireland 28-12 in their Hong Kong Sevens opener match at the Hong Kong Stadium on Friday.

Despite Olympian Billy Odhiambo landing a brace in the match, Shujaa could not break down the Irish making their work even harder in their remaining Group D matches where they have to play South American rugby heavyweights Argentina and Canada on Saturday.