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Jan 13, 25 •
159 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Four SA teams still in the European playoff races
The DHL Stormers and Hollywoodbets Sharks are still in the race to the Investec Champions Cup playoffs, but the Vodacom Bulls’ hopes of advancing to the knock-outs were dashed this weekend as they suffered their third straight defeat in the competition,...
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Jan 10, 25 •
169 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Carr returns to lead the herd in France
Seasoned campaigner Nizaam Carr returns to action to lead the Vodacom Bulls when they take on French outfit Castres Olympique at the Stade Pierre-Fabre in the South of France in the third round of the 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup. Nemo captains the side JF...
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Jan 10, 25 •
178 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Kolisi leads Hollywoodbets Sharks
Siya Kolisi leads the Hollywoodbets Sharks in one of the most eagerly anticipated rugby matches in recent times, as the Durban side, reigning EPCR Challenge Cup champions, host Investec Champions Cup title-holders Toulouse at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on...
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Jan 10, 25 •
164 Views •
General News, International, Investec Champions Cup, National, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Schickerling reaches DHL Stormers half-century
Lock JD Schickerling will become the latest player to reach 50 caps for the DHL Stormers in the Investec Champions Cup clash with the Sale Sharks at DHL Stadium on Saturday. The imposing second row forward will join the likes of captain Salmaan Moerat,...
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Jan 9, 25 •
178 Views •
Blitz Bokke, copa 2015, Currie Cup, General News, Guinness Pro14, International, National, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Snyman: Blitzboks back on the SVNS horse
The challenging pool draw for the HSBC SVNS Perth at the end of the month completed the circle of motivation for the Springbok Sevens squad, who returned to their base in Stellenbosch last week already. That is according to Blitzbok head coach Philip Snyman,...
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Jan 9, 25 •
160 Views •
copa 2015, Currie Cup, EPCR Challenge Cup, General News, Guinness Pro14, International, Investec Champions Cup, National, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Victories key as SA sides eye European playoff spots
Victories will be key for all five South African franchises in the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup as the teams gear up for the penultimate pool round in the respective competitions this weekend. In the Investec Champions Cup only the...
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Dec 12, 24 •
355 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on SA teams look for improvement on Super Saturday
While the Hollywoodbets Sharks and Toyota Cheetahs will look to build on their encouraging starts to the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup last week, the Vodacom Bulls, DHL Stormers, and Emirates Lions will target a strong comeback after suffering...
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Dec 5, 24 •
352 Views •
British & Irish Lions, copa 2015, Currie Cup, EPCR Challenge Cup, General News, Guinness Pro14, Heineken Champions Cup, Heineken Cup, International, National, Other Tournaments, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Five SA franchises switch into EPCR mode
South Africa’s domestic franchises will launch their 2024/25 Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup campaigns this weekend in a jam-packed round of action. The Hollywoodbets Sharks, DHL Stormers and Vodacom Bulls will looking to make an early...
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Dec 3, 24 •
319 Views •
Blitz Bokke, General News, International, National, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Human: Blitzboks owe supporters a big one in Cape Town
The Springbok Sevens team assembled in Cape Town on Tuesday without Ryan Oosthuizen, who picked up a concussion in Dubai last weekend and was ruled out of the HSBC SVNS Cape Town this weekend. Blitzbok head coach Philip Snyman will only name the replacement...
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Nov 27, 24 •
289 Views •
Blitz Bokke, General News, International, National, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Leyds: Blitzboks need to lay down a marker for new season
Tristan Leyds might be a first timer at the Emirates Dubai 7s this year and low on HSBC SVNS experience compared to the rest of the Springbok Sevens squad, but the playmaker is more than ready for his debut at The SEVENS Stadium this weekend. The 27-year-old...
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Nov 27, 24 •
313 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Opponents and dates for Boks’ 2025 home Tests confirmed
The Springboks will welcome Italy, Georgia, Australia and Argentina to South Africa in 2025, SA Rugby confirmed on Wednesday. While the dates were locked in for the Tests in the Castle Lager Incoming Series as well as the home leg of the Castle Lager Rugby...
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Nov 21, 24 •
268 Views •
BabyBoks U20, General News, International, Junior Rugby, National, South Africa, South Africa, Springbok News, World Rugby Junior Championship •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Ackermann returns to SA in coaching consultancy role
Former Springbok lock and SA ‘A’ head coach Johan Ackermann will return to South Africa after seven years abroad to add his considerable experience to the Junior Springbok squad in the capacity as coaching consultant. The 54-year-old Ackermann...
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Nov 21, 24 •
291 Views •
Blitz Bokke, General News, International, National, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, South Africa, South Africa •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Experienced look to Blitzbok squad for Dubai opener
Springbok Sevens head coach Philip Snyman has included 10 players who have tasted glory at the Emirates Dubai 7s in his first squad for the new HSBC SVNS season, which will kick off in the UAE next weekend. Snyman – who was confirmed as Blitzbok head coach...
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Nov 19, 24 •
293 Views •
General News, International, National, South Africa, South Africa, Springbok News, Springboks •
Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Hendrikse brothers paired at halfback for Wales finale
Jaden and Jordan Hendrikse – the 36th set of Springbok brothers – have been paired at halfback for the season’s final Test against Wales in the last match of the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Saturday. Cameron...
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Nov 8, 24 •
177 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Bok Friday just went 24/7/365 with Old School
SA Rugby has launched a range of off-field Springbok-themed clothing to carry the team into every corner of every day South African life in a game-changing move to meet consumer demand. For the first time, SA Rugby will be producing its own range of clothing...
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Nov 8, 24 •
156 Views •
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Comments Off on Smith strikes 50 as Mostert and Snyman return for Scotland showdown
Springbok loose forward Kwagga Smith will earn his 50th Test cap on Sunday when the Springboks line up against Scotland at Murrayfield in their opening Castle Lager Outgoing Tour clash. Locks Franco Mostert and RG Snyman return to the green and gold jumper...
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Oct 30, 24 •
209 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Mathe and Fortuin named in Springbok Women’s Sevens squad
Nompumelelo Mathe and Leigh Fortuin are in line to make their Springbok Women’s Sevens debuts next weekend after being named in the squad that will contest the Africa Women’s Sevens tournament in Ghana on 9 and 10 November. Mathe, who has played 20...
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Oct 29, 24 •
203 Views •
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Comments Off on Jordan Hendrikse to replace injured Malherbe in Bok squad
Jordan Hendrikse (flyhalf) has been called up to replace Frans Malherbe in the Springbok squad for the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour after the experienced prop was forced to remain in South Africa on Sunday due to an ankle injury. Malherbe suffered the injury in...
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Oct 25, 24 •
180 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Venter brings up DHL Stormers 50 in Stellenbosch
Hooker Andre-Hugo Venter will play his 50th match for the DHL Stormers in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship encounter with Glasgow Warriors in Stellenbosch on Saturday. Venter will run out first at Danie Craven Stadium for the 13h45 kick-off on Saturday...
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Oct 24, 24 •
184 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on LOUW RETURNS AS VODACOM BULLS LOOK TO WRAP EURO TOUR ON A POSITIVE
Vodacom Bulls co-captain Elrigh Louw returns to full match fitness, having recovered from a concussion in round 4 of the 2024/25 Vodacom United Rugby Championship. Louw is reinstalled into the matchday 23 as the South Africans prepare to take on Italians...
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Oct 24, 24 •
182 Views •
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Comments Off on Hollywoodbets Sharks rejigged loose forward trio
The Hollywoodbets Sharks enjoy continuity in team selection for their Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash with Munster Rugby at Hollywoodbets Kings Park on Saturday. Head coach John Plumtree has rejigged his loose forward trio, shifting Springbok captain...
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Oct 24, 24 •
155 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Boks call up Grobbelaar and Louw for November tour
Johan Grobbelaar (hooker) and Wilco Louw (prop) were called up to the Springbok squad for the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour on Thursday, following the injury withdrawal of utility forward Jan-Hendrik Wessels. Wessels, who is equally adept at prop and hooker, was...
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Oct 24, 24 •
137 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on SA sides gear up for important Vodacom URC round before break
Another gripping round of Vodacom United Rugby Championship action awaits this weekend as the Emirates Lions face their toughest test yet against the only other unbeaten team in the competition, Leinster, on Saturday, while the Vodacom Bulls will look to...
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Oct 10, 24 •
219 Views •
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Shaun Liddle •
Comments Off on Big test awaits SA sides abroad in Vodacom URC
A big test awaits South Africa’s four Vodacom United Rugby Championship franchises as they all play abroad this weekend for the first time this season in a round that could boost their confidence immensely if they come away with the desired results....
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Sep 30, 24 •
203 Views •
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Comments Off on JAKE WHITE: WHY BULLS BALANCE IS NOW RIGHT FOR TITLE BID
Jake White has been outlining why he feels his Vodacom Bulls are now better equipped than ever to push for the Vodacom URC title. White’s team have twice fallen at the last hurdle in the first three years of the competition, losing finals to the DHL...
