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Rugby: Shujaa lose to Ireland in Hong Kong Sevens opener

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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.

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