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Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>Friday, February 20<\/p>\n

Men<\/p>\n

UGB Vs Patriots 6:30 pm<\/p>\n

REG Vs RSSB Tigers 8:30 pm<\/p>\n

Women<\/p>\n

Kepler Vs APR 3:30 pm<\/p>\n

Rwanda Energy Group (REG) will face RSSB Tigers in a top-flight basketball clash on Friday, February 20, at BK Arena. Tip-off is set for 8:30 pm.<\/p>\n

Senegalese 7-footer Hamady N\u2019Diaye is expected to make his REG debut against the Tigers after signing for the club on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

The 39-year-old veteran center will be tasked with containing Congolese big man Pitchou Manga in the paint when the two sides meet in what promises to be one of the most exciting matchups of the season so far.<\/p>\n

A second-round pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, N\u2019Diaye brings a wealth of experience from spells in France and other international leagues.<\/p>\n

Ahead of the game, REG captain Prince Muhizi told Weekend Sport that the team is ready for the challenge the Tigers will present.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have prepared very well, morale is high, and if the players implement our game plan, we have a good chance,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Friday\u2019s showdown comes with both teams unbeaten in their last two games.<\/p>\n

The Tigers won their opening home fixtures against Patriots and Kepler, while REG defeated AZOMCO and Inspired Generation.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Rwanda<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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