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FACING JAPAN TEST: Malkia Strikers seeking to register first FIVB Women's World Cup win against hosts today

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FIVB VOLLEYBALL Malkia Strikers's Ruth Jepngetich spikes against Cuba during their FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup in Tokyo, Japan on Saturday. [PHOTO:FIVB]

Kenya will be looking for their first victory at the ongoing FIVB Women’s World Cup as they face Japan in Tokyo today.

After losing 3-0 (25-26, 25-21 and 25-21) to Russia at the Yoyogi National Stadium on Monday, Malkia Strikers will be praying to beat the hosts.

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