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Rugby: Kenya Simbas exit World Cup Repechage winless in Dubai

Martin Owilah of Kenya is tackled during the RWC 2023 Final Qualifying Tournament match between Portugal and Kenya at The Sevens Stadium. [World Rugby]

Kenya ended the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final Qualification Tournament in fourth place after losing 22-18 to Hong Kong in their final match at the RWC 2023 Final Qualification Tournament in Dubai on Friday.

The Simbas, with the extra man advantage following an early Hong Kong yellow, drove forward, John Okoth with a great running line from a Samuel Asati delivery to score the game's opening try after 11 minutes.

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