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Shujaa start race for elusive games medal against rivals Uganda today

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Kenya rugby sevens Nelson Oyoo (C) is challenged by Harman Humwa during a training session on July 26, 2022 at the Broadstreet Rugby Football Club pitcch in Coventry, United Kingdom ahead of the 2022 Commonwealth Games between Thursday, 28 Jul 2022 - Mon, 8 Aug 2022 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. (Kelly Ayodi, Standard)

Shujaa captain Nelson Oyoo is determined to sacrifice all his energy and secure Kenya a medal as they kick off their 2022 Commonwealth Games Rugby Sevens campaign with a match against neighbours and archrivals Uganda today in Birmingham.

More than 5,000 athletes are primed for action in the English city of Birmingham from today at a Commonwealth Games lacking several track and field stars but still boasting of elite performers.

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