NPPL TITLE RACE: FINAL FIXTURES AND FIERCE BATTLES

By Dennis Marume, NPPL Correspondent

The Nevsun Premier Pool League (NPPL) is nearing its dramatic conclusion, with the title race tighter than ever. As the remaining fixtures approach, the spotlight falls on the top three teams—BnB Ruwa, Leisure Centre, and Elusion 73—all within striking distance of becoming champions. With only a few points separating them, every game, every frame, and every point now holds the potential to make or break each team’s season.

Current Log Standings

1. BnB Ruwa: +98 | 51 points

2. Leisure Centre: +84 | 51 points

3. Elusion 73: +100 | 48 points

The race is especially heated between BnB Ruwa and Leisure Centre, both tied at 51 points, while Elusion 73 is only three points behind with a superior frame differential. Each team is acutely aware of what’s at stake and knows that any mistake could cost them the title.

Upcoming Fixtures and Key Battles

With so few games left, the path to the championship is filled with must-win encounters and high-stakes matchups.

BnB Ruwa

Remaining Opponents:

UZ Vikings

Mega 1

Elusion 73

USB

Niceday Select

Killarz

BnB Ruwa faces a particularly tough stretch with matches against Elusion 73 and Niceday Select—both formidable teams with a history of strong performances. Given the rivalry and their shared goal, every frame counts, particularly in the matchup against Elusion 73, which could directly impact both teams’ championship hopes.

Adding intrigue is their game against Mega 1, a sister club. The relationship between these two teams will be in focus: will Mega 1 play at full force, or might strategy factor into Ruwa’s favor? It’s a match that could sway the entire league.

Leisure Centre

Remaining Opponents:

UZ Vikings

USB

Killarz

Pahukama

Blazers

BnB Magaffer

Leisure Centre’s path isn’t easy either, with challenging fixtures against Killarz and Pahukama. Both teams have the potential to turn the tables on any opponent. For Leisure Centre, the aim will be to stay sharp and keep the points gap as close as possible to BnB Ruwa, pushing the title decision right to the final frame.

Elusion 73

Remaining Opponents:

Muridziwenyaya

Pahukama

BnB Ruwa

Blazers

BnB Magaffer

Players

Elusion 73, the third contender, still has a path to the title. However, they need to not only win their remaining games, especially against Pahukama and BnB Ruwa, but also hope that both BnB Ruwa and Leisure Centre drop points. Elusion 73’s matchup against Ruwa is crucial; a win could completely shift the standings.

Potential Title Scenarios

1. If BnB Ruwa Wins All Remaining Matches
BnB Ruwa would claim the title, with a potential edge on frame differential