Prisons Nairobi dominate Rift Valley in KVF Men’s League at Kasarani
By Joel Masibo, February 21, 2026Prisons Nairobi delivered a commanding performance to secure a decisive 3–0 victory over Prisons Rift Valley in a heated National Men’s League derby encounter played on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ksarani Indoor Arena.
The Nairobi-based side came out firing from the first whistle, displaying sharp coordination, defensive solidity, and relentless attacking intent, as they clinched the opening set 25–22, setting the tone for what would become a dominant showing.
The second set proved to be the highlight of the contest, evolving into a fierce battle of resilience and mental strength. Both teams pushed each other to the limit in a gripping exchange that stretched far beyond regulation points. In a nerve-racking finish, Prisons Nairobi held their composure to edge the set 33–31, delivering a critical psychological blow to their opponents.
With momentum firmly on their side, Prisons Nairobi maintained their intensity in the third set, closing out the match 25–21 to seal a straight-sets victory and emphatically claim derby bragging rights.
The encounter was officiated by first referee Daniel Waweru and second referee Johnson Kemboi, with Vincent Langat serving as scorer and Judith Tarus as assistant scorer. Musa Kangogo, Collins Mayende, Dorcas Ndunge, and Benson Nderitu handled line judging duties.
Saturday’s action
At 10:00 am, another gripping encounter takes centre stage as Prisons Western face off against Kenya Prisons. The midday spotlight at 12:00 pm falls on Trailblazers vs Eldoret Water.
At 2:00 pm, attention shifts to a highly charged military derby between Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and Kenya Army. This clash promises uncompromising raw power, as pride and bragging rights hang in the balance.
The late afternoon fixture at 4:00 pm will see Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) take on KAPU in what is expected to be a fiercely contested battle. With valuable league points on offer, both sides will be eager to make a statement and strengthen their campaign.
The day will conclude in style with a prime-time thriller at 6:00 pm, as Equity Bank go head-to-head with Chema. This blockbuster encounter is set to deliver a dramatic finale, with both teams pushing hard to end the day on a high note.