This marks a significant leap from last year’s 24-leg edition.
Shujaa are ninth on the log with 11 points from the opening two tournaments in Dubai and Cape Town last year.
Cheptegei’s entry into the marathon has added an extra layer of intrigue to the Tokyo showdown.
The redesigned league is divided into five zones: Kwanza, Endebess, Saboti, Cherangany, and Kiminini
This was their eighth consecutive victory as they cracked the summit of the Kenyan Premier League log.
This will be a shift from previous editions where the region admitted athletes who had failed to qualify for the national championships.
Kenya and Poland are among the frontrunners for the four automatic slots in the 10-team promotion battle.
Gor coach is confident with the right approach and a collective effort, they can rise to the occasion.
The delayed tournament is set to be hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania under the ‘Pamoja’ umbrella.
