Kananelo Mokhele
The Kingdom Select (Likatola reserve side) has been forced to postpone their eagerly awaited matches against Toyota Cheetahs Rugby Club and Mangaung Rugby Club, originally scheduled for March 1 in Bloemfontein.
The highly anticipated encounter had to be delayed after communication break down between the federation and the opposition led to logistical complications, ultimately preventing the team from making the trip.
The disappointment of the postponement was palpable among players, coaches, and fans alike, but there was reassurance from Lesotho’s head coach, Raphepheng Khauhelo, that the match had not been cancelled outright.
In a bid to keep momentum and excitement alive, the match has now been rescheduled for this coming weekend, on March 8.
“We regret that we could not make it to Bloemfontein as planned. There were some miscommunications that affected our travel, but we are actively working to ensure everything is in place for next week,” Khauhelo said.
“The team is ready, and we look forward to facing Mangaung and Cheetahs on the new date,” he added.
Despite this hurdle, the Lesotho rugby team has remained focused and resilient. The squad has continued its rigorous training sessions, determined to give a strong performance on their rescheduled date.
For the Kingdom Select players, the delayed game is merely a temporary setback, and they are using the extra time to refine their strategy and sharpen their skills.
The disappointment of the delay has only heightened anticipation for the rescheduled match, with fans from both sides eager for an exciting display of rugby.
The Kingdom Select team, which has made considerable strides in recent years, will be looking to showcase their developing skills and solidify their reputation on the field. Their performance against the Mangaung and Cheetahs will be closely watched as a barometer for their growth and potential in international rugby.
Below is the selected squad to face both Toyota Cheetahs Rugby Club and Mangaung Rugby Club:
Forwards:
- MokoneChabana
- VuyaniChabana
- LetlatsaLetompa
- ThapeloKhoali
- Napo Mashapha
- Motheo Mokhothu
- KelelloLibaka re
- KeketsoSejane
- MonahangMokitimi
- LehloengMangoele
- Kananelo ‘Molaoa
- TlaliNkuka
Backs:
- BokangNcheke
- Nkolamonyatsi
- ReatileJoale
- LehlohonoloMohasi
- TlotlisoMotseremeli
- MoletsaneTsolo
- BakoenaNketsi
- SekhoolaPhate
- MolapoMosothoane
- SelloKobeli
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