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Feb 26, 14 •
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Comments Off on DISCIPLINARY UPDATE – DAFYDD HOWELLS DECISION
Wales under 20 wing, Dafydd Howells, appeared today before an independent Six Nations Disciplinary Committee, having been cited by the independent Citing Commissioner for an alleged dangerous tackle, contrary to Law 10.4(j), in the match between Wales under...
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Feb 26, 14 •
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Comments Off on HAIGH & HASTINGS, FORCE EMBARK ON TIMELY PARTNERSHIP
The Western Force has formed a partnership with new Perth-based timepiece company, Haigh & Hastings. The partnership reinforces the Western Australian club’s strategy on establishing relationships with locally-based businesses, continuing on from...
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Feb 26, 14 •
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Comments Off on WA CLAIMS SOUTHERN STATES U20 CHAMPIONSHIP
Western Australia has won the 2014 Southern States U20s Championship in Adelaide, defeating Victoria, 27-23, in their final match today. The West Australians finished the tournament undefeated with the win over Victoria following on from victories over NSW...
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Feb 26, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Blues team to face the Crusaders
Investec Super Rugby Round 3 Friday February 28 Eden Park Kick-off 7.35pm Promising young first five-eighths Simon Hickey will make his Super Rugby debut when he starts at 10 for the Blues against the Crusaders at Eden Park on Friday night (kick-off 7.35pm)....
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Feb 26, 14 •
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Cell C Community Cup, General News •
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Comments Off on Cell C Community Cup to break new ground
• RWC-style post-season qualifiers & repechage round replaces wild card format • Tournament set to expand from 52 to 66 matches, starting end 2014 • New format set to create pathways for more clubs to qualify The Cell C Community Cup will break new...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on Jaco Taute back for DHL Stormers
Jaco Taute has been named at fullback for the DHL Stormers’ first home game of the 2014 Vodacom Super Rugby season. The DHL Stormers will host the Hurricanes at DHL Newlands on Friday (kick-off 19h10), with Taute joining the starting line-up at fullback...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on Cheetahs side to take on the Rebels
The Toyota Cheetah Head Coach, Naka Drotske, has named his starting XV to take on the Rebels on Friday, 28 February at 10:40 (SA Time) at the AAMI-stadion in Melbourne, Australia. Changes to the team from last week: No changes has been made Previous...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, International, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on Billy Vunipola update
BILLY VUNIPOLA will take no further part in the RBS 6 Nations following a sprain to his right ankle. The Saracens No 8 had a scan this afternoon which revealed some ligament damage that will keep him out of action for the rest of the tournament. The England...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Vodacom SupeRugby tickets to giveaway
We are giving away 5 sets of 4 tickets (20) to Rugby 15 readers to for this weekend’s game at Loftus, Vodacom Bulls vs Lions (Saturday 1 March at 17h05 CAT) How can you win? Visit: www.vodacom.co.za/rugby/ (to find the answer) Answer the following Question:...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Win an all-expenses paid trip to the Vodacom SupeRugby Final
Vodacom Rugby Stats App FREE to download now South African rugby fans now have access to one of the most comprehensive rugby stats Apps in the world with the Vodacom Rugby Stats App. The App is free to download now. Developed in partnership with New Media...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on #DHLDeliverTheGameToMe – The ultimate braai experience delivered to to your doorstep!
One Lucky Johannesburg based Rugby 15 winner will win this ultimate braai experience courtesy of DHL. The braai delivered by DHL includes meat, salads, bread rolls, firelighters, drinks and more! All brought to you by DHL Express Africa and DHL Stormers. DHL...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Potgieter swaps with Skelton for derby clash against Reds
NSW Waratahs coach Michael Cheika has made just one change to the side that earned a bonus-point win over the Force last Sunday. Former Springbok lock Jacques Potgieter will start in place of Will Skelton, with the 21-year-old dropping back to the bench for...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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Comments Off on Lions INJURY UPDATE: Vodacom Super Rugby Week 3
The Lions medical staff have released an injury update, following the team’s 34-10 victory over the DHL Stormers at Ellis Park on Saturday. Fortunately, only one serious injury was sustained during the tremendously physical encounter. Vice-captain Derick...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, International, Sevens Rugby •
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Comments Off on Dazel excited ahead of Hong Kong Invitational
SA Select Sevens Women’s coach Renfred Dazel is excited ahead of the Hong Kong Sevens Invitational on March 28, following a string of pleasing results against Border and Eastern Province in a hit-out on Saturday. The SA Select team played four matches at...
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Feb 25, 14 •
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General News, International, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on 2014 RBS 6 Nations Disciplinary
Dafydd Howells, Wales U20 wing, has been cited for an alleged dangerous “tip” tackle, contrary to Law 10.4(j), in the match against France U20 in Colwyn Bay on Saturday evening. The player’s hearing before an independent Six Nations...
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Feb 25, 14 •
1467 Views •
General News, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on Billy Vunipola update
BILLY VUNIPOLA will take no further part in the RBS 6 Nations following a sprain to his right ankle. The Saracens No 8 had a scan this afternoon which revealed some ligament damage that will keep him out of action for the rest of the tournament. The England...
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Feb 24, 14 •
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General News, International, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on England squad update
THE England squad reported at Pennyhill Park this evening to prepare for Saturday’s RBS 6 Nations match against France at Stade de France. There are no changes to the 35 players who trained last week. The England Saxons squad to play against Scotland A in...
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Feb 24, 14 •
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General News, International, Sevens Rugby •
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Comments Off on New Zealand 3-0 after pool play of Brazil Sevens
New Zealand has finished day one of the IRB Women’s Sevens World Series tournament in Brazil top of their pool after wins against Ireland, USA and England today. After keeping (36-0) and USA (17-0) scoreless, New Zealand were initially caught...
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Feb 24, 14 •
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General News, International, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on Ireland Squad Injury Update
Following Saturday’s RBS 6 Nations fixture against England at Twickenham, please find below an update on the squad injury profile. Peter O’Mahony Peter has a hamstring strain. He will be monitored by the medical team over the course of the coming...
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Feb 24, 14 •
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International, Springboks •
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Comments Off on Lawrence Sephaka appointed Springbok Womens coach
Springbok Women’s management team announced Media and photo opportunity with new head coach Lawrence Sephaka Former Springbok prop Lawrence Sephaka has been appointed the new Springbok Women’s head coach, with Springbok Women’s Sevens coach...
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Feb 23, 14 •
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General News, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Tahs kick off season with bonus point win and Folau hat-trick
An Israel Folau hat-trick has inspired the NSW Waratahs to a comprehensive 43-21 victory over the Western Force at Allianz Stadium. In their Asteron Life Super Rugby season opener, the Tahs ran in six tries to two on their way to their biggest ever win...
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Feb 23, 14 •
1767 Views •
General News, International, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on Wales Under 20 suffer first defeat
Wales Under 20 endured their first defeat of the Six Nations campaign as France left Parc Eirias with a 16-10 win. Guided by scrum half Baptiste Serin, France’s second half performance saw them take home the spoils as lock Jean-Baptiste Singer crossed...
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Feb 23, 14 •
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Comments Off on England keep Six Nations hopes alive with 17-10 victory over Ireland
England Women kept their Six Nations hopes alive after beating defending Grand Slam Champions Ireland in front of 15,000 at Twickenham Stadium this evening. Nerves were tested for a second time as England’s women followed the men by putting in a...
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Feb 23, 14 •
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Comments Off on TAHS TOO STRONG FOR FORCE IN SEASON OPENER
The Western Force has been unable to overcome a star-studded NSW Waratahs line-up, going down 43-21 at Allianz Stadium in Sydney this afternoon. The Force managed two tries through Nick Cummins and Kyle Godwin, with flyhalf Zack Holmes accounting for the...
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Feb 21, 14 •
2309 Views •
General News, Six Nations •
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Comments Off on Jones out, Ball in for Wales
WALES TEAM UPDATE Wales second row Alun Wyn Jones has been ruled out of tonight’s RBS 6 Nations clash against France with a foot infection. Scarlets’ Jake Ball comes into the starting XV and his place amongst the replacements is taken by Andrew...
