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Sep 13, 19 •
1373 Views •
General News, International •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Tusker Lager Announces KES 115 Million Investment In Kenya Rugby
The Kenya Breweries Limited has today announced a KES.115 Million Investment in the sport of rugby in Kenya through its flagship brand, Tusker. The announcement is the latest chapter in the brand’s long history with the sport of rugby, which dates back to...
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Sep 13, 19 •
1800 Views •
General News, International, National, South Africa, Springbok Hall of Fame, Springbok News, Springboks, World Rugby •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Du Randt to be inducted into World Rugby Hall of Fame
Former Springbok prop and dual Rugby World Cup winner Os du Randt is one of six legends who will be inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame at the World Rugby Awards in Tokyo on 3 November, the day following the Rugby World Cup 2019 final. World Rugby has...
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Sep 13, 19 •
1713 Views •
General News, International, National, New Zealand, Rugby World Cup, Rugby World Cup News •
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Comments Off on Luke Jacobson to miss Rugby World Cup 2019
All Blacks loose forward Luke Jacobson is to miss the Rugby World Cup in Japan, after suffering a delayed onset of concussion, it was announced today. All Blacks Head Coach Steve Hansen said the 22-year-old had not presented with any signs of concussion after...
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Sep 13, 19 •
1352 Views •
General News, International, Springbok News, Springboks •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on “Today, we can feel it,” says Erasmus
The Springboks woke up in Japan for a 12th morning today, but felt the Rugby World Cup atmosphere for the first time properly, Rassie Erasmus, director of rugby at SA Rugby told the team’s ‘arrival’ press conference in Kagoshima on Friday lunchtime....
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Sep 12, 19 •
1021 Views •
General News, Guinness Pro14 •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Thomson returns home to join Edinburgh
Edinburgh Rugby have today completed the signing of Scottish-born second-row Sam Thomson, subject to medical. Thomson, 25, returns to his hometown city from Sydney-based Warringah Rugby Club – who the second-row joined in 2017 – and will link-up with the...
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Sep 12, 19 •
6940 Views •
General News •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Statement on the Etzebeth investigation
As good and law abiding corporate citizens, SA Rugby have given our full co-operation in the Eben Etzebeth investigation and will continue to do so. The case is in the hands of the NPA and the HRC. We trust and believe they will investigate it thoroughly....
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Sep 12, 19 •
1283 Views •
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Comments Off on SA teams raring to go as Guinness PRO14 season approaches
Experienced Toyota Cheetahs and Springbok scrumhalf, Ruan Pienaar, and Isuzu Southern Kings lock, JC Astle, were thrilled at the prospect of the 2019/20 Guinness PRO14 season kicking off in two weeks’ time and said their teams were ready to get down to...
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Sep 11, 19 •
1017 Views •
General News, Guinness Pro14 •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Warriors sign Super Rugby prop Seiuli
Super Rugby loose-head Aki Seiuli has signed a two-year contract with Glasgow Warriors, subject to visa and medical. The 26-year-old has made 38 appearances for the Highlanders in Super Rugby, and will link up with former team-mate Siua Halanukonuka at...
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Sep 11, 19 •
1290 Views •
Blitz Bokke, General News, International, National, Sevens Rugby, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Powell to tweak and experiment at Oktoberfest7s in Germany
Neil Powell named a strong and experienced South African side to travel to Germany next week for the Oktoberfest7s in Munich on 21-22 September. Siviwe Soyizwapi will lead a team laden with players that represented their country in the HSBC World Rugby Sevens...
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Sep 11, 19 •
985 Views •
General News, Guinness Pro14 •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Ken Owens named Scarlets captain for 2019-20 season
Ken Owens has been appointed Scarlets captain for a record sixth successive campaign. The 32-year-old hooker, an integral member of Wales’ Rugby World Cup squad, has made 243 appearances over 13 seasons for his home region and has been Scarlets captain...
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Sep 11, 19 •
1109 Views •
General News, International, National, South Africa, South Africa, Womens Rugby •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on SA Select Women excited about Spanish challenge
Springbok Women’s coach Stanley Raubenheimer and assistant coach Lungisa Kama shared the players’ excitement ahead of Saturday’s match between the SA Select Women and the Spain Invitational XV in Despatch and said they were looking forward to seeing the...
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Sep 10, 19 •
3312 Views •
Australia, General News, International, National, New Zealand, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby Fixtures, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on 2020 Super Rugby Draw PDF Download
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Sep 10, 19 •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Early kick-off times for fans as Investec Super Rugby celebrates 25th year
• 2020 draw for 25th year of competition released• New Zealand kick-off times moved to 7.05pm for Friday, Saturday matches• Eight fan-friendly New Zealand daytime kick offs scheduled for 4.45pm• Investec Super Rugby planning 25th year celebrations•...
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Sep 10, 19 •
1996 Views •
Australia, General News, International, National, New Zealand, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby Fixtures, Super Rugby News •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on 2020 Super Rugby Match Schedule
The 2020 Super Rugby match schedule has been announced by SANZAAR. The tournament will kick-off with two derbies on Friday 31 January. The Blues will host the Chiefs at Eden Park in Auckland while later the same evening the Brumbies will host the Reds at GIO...
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Sep 10, 19 •
1591 Views •
Australia, General News, International, National, Super Rugby, Super Rugby Fixtures, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on St.George Queensland Reds 2020 Super Rugby fixtures announced
Snapshot of St.George Queensland Reds 2020 Super Rugby regular season • 16 matches• Eight home and eight away matches• Two home matches on a Friday night, five home matches on a Saturday night and one home match on a Sunday afternoon• Earlier...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1182 Views •
Australia, General News, Guinness Pro14, National •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Munster Rugby sign Jed Holloway on short-term deal
Munster Rugby and the IRFU can confirm the short-term signing of Australian forward Jed Holloway. An experienced and integral member of the Waratahs squad, Holloway has made 52 Super Rugby appearances and is known for his work-rate and strong ball-carrying...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1647 Views •
Currie Cup, General News, National, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Currie Cup Victory Parade
The Toyota Free State Cheetahs will be taking the Currie Cup trophy on a Victory Parade through the streets of Bloemfontein on Tuesday, 10 September. The parade consisting of two busses, with players and staff, the Harley Davidsons and other officials will...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1630 Views •
General News, National, South Africa, Womens Rugby •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on DHL Western Province crowned queens yet again at City Park
DHL Western Province claimed a third consecutive SA Rugby Women’s Interprovincial A-Section title in searing heat at City Park in Cape Town on Saturday, beating Border 38-32 in a dramatic final. The Capetonians had to fight back three times during the match...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1538 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Mark Robinson appointed New Zealand Rugby Chief Executive
Former All Black, New Zealand Rugby director, World Rugby Councillor and businessman Mark Robinson has been appointed the new Chief Executive of New Zealand Rugby. New Zealand Rugby (NZR) Board Chair Brent Impey announced Robinson’s appointment following an...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1191 Views •
General News, International, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Tickets on sale as HSBC NZ Sevens prepares for 21st birthday party in Hamilton
• Exciting new tournament format with no Cup quarterfinals• Historic women’s tournament to feature 12 teams• Two-day tickets from $20 for kids, $107 for adults New Zealand Rugby is inviting sevens fans to celebrate a 21st Birthday party like no other...
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Sep 9, 19 •
1846 Views •
General News, International, Springbok News, Springboks •
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Comments Off on Trevor Nyakane update
Trevor Nyakane is expected to be fit and available for selection for the Springboks’ opening Rugby World Cup match against New Zealand on 21 September, Springbok management confirmed on Sunday. The tighthead prop sprained a knee during the 41-7 victory over...
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Sep 7, 19 •
1229 Views •
Currie Cup, General News, National, South Africa •
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Comments Off on Phakisa Pumas retain Currie Cup Premier Division status
The Phakisa Pumas retained their place in the Currie Cup Premier Division in 2020 as they raced away in the second half against the Down Touch Griffons for a 49-5 victory at the Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit on Friday night. The first half was hard-fought as...
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Sep 7, 19 •
1195 Views •
General News, International, Springbok News, Springboks •
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Comments Off on “We got what we wanted” – Erasmus
Rassie Erasmus was a satisfied man after his team successfully dodged a potential booby-trap with a 41-7 victory over Japan at the Kumagaya Rugby Stadium on Friday evening (Japanese time). The Springboks’ seven try to one victory completed the team’s...
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Sep 7, 19 •
1581 Views •
General News, National, South Africa •
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Comments Off on WPRFU pays tribute to Chester Williams
There will be a minute’s silence held before all rugby games in the Western Cape this weekend as the Western Province Rugby Football Union (WPRFU) pays tribute to Springbok and DHL Western Province legend Chester Williams, who sadly passed away on...
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Sep 7, 19 •
1116 Views •
General News, International •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on FORCE RAVAGE REIGNING CHAMPIONS IN FIJI
The Western Force delivered an emphatic performance in Suva today to comprehensively defeat reigning National Rugby Championship title holders Fijian Drua by 23 points. It maintains the perfect start by the Force to the 2019 NRC season, defeating both sides...
