Legends Rugby Grounds in Kampala, the heart and soul of Ugandan rugby, might be disappearing. Whispers are swirling that the famous grounds have been sold, leaving fans wondering if this marks the end of an era.
A reliable source spilled the tea, saying the grounds were sold for a cool $4 million (that’s about 14 billion Ugandan shillings) to a big-time developer named Stanislas Isiagi, who also owns the nearby Forest Mall. Isiagi is known for his business smarts, and his plans for the grounds are all about making it a buzzing commercial hub.
But here’s the catch: the Uganda Rugby Union (URU), which is like the head honcho for rugby in Uganda, hasn’t breathed a word about the sale. Peter Odong, the URU Secretary General, is keeping his lips sealed. People have been trying to get a hold of him, but he’s been ghosting everyone.
This silence is making the rugby community super anxious, especially since rumors of a sale popped up a few years back too. Back then, the gossip was that the grounds were going to a guy named Paul Kagwa, a big shot at the Uganda Development Bank.
But just like this time, nobody ever confirmed if it was actually true. The rugby folks are feeling lost and confused, wondering if their cherished grounds will become just another shopping mall. This whole situation is a bit of a bummer.
While having more businesses around could be good for the area’s economy, it would be really sad to see Legends Rugby Grounds go. It’s not just a place to play rugby; it’s where countless matches have been won and lost, where friendships have been forged, and where rugby dreams have come true. It’s a piece of Ugandan rugby history, and losing it would feel like losing a part of their sporting soul.
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What will happen to Legends Rugby Grounds? Will it be transformed into a shiny new commercial center, or will it remain a haven for rugby lovers? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – the rugby community is holding its breath, hoping for the best but bracing for the worst.
