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Jan 29, 16 •
3082 Views •
General News, International, Pale Toe, South Africa, Springboks, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on STORMAGTIGE TYE IN 2016 SE RUGBYLAND ?
Simon Riekert van #Pale toe! skryf: So hier met die begin van die nuwe jaar is groet tyd seker in orde? Vrede en vreugde vir jou in die komende rugby jaar. Mag jou span wen, en as hulle nie wen nie, mag hulle jou rugby hart baie bly maak. Sonder om te veel te...
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Jan 22, 16 •
3249 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on CNN International adds Rugby and Formula E shows to its sports line-up
CNN International is launching two new action-packed monthly shows on Formula E and rugby – CNN’s Supercharged and World Rugby shows. These programmes will extend the network’s wide range of premium sports coverage spanning golf, sailing, horse racing,...
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Dec 7, 15 •
3458 Views •
Blitz Bokke, General News, International, Sevens Rugby, Sevens World Series, South Africa •
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Comments Off on Join the founders of Cape Town 10s for an Epic Rugby Camp at the HSBC 7s this weekend!
(Cape Town, December 2015) The legendary founders of the Cape Town 10s Bob Skinstad, Robbie Fleck and Ron Rutland will be hosting the ‘Rugby Camp’ at the HSBC Cape Town 7s this weekend from 11 to 13 December 2015. Tickets to the popular 7s...
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Nov 24, 15 •
3257 Views •
General News, International, New Zealand •
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Comments Off on Jonah Lomu public memorial details announced
Prime Minister John Key has announced details of the public memorial for Jonah Lomu. A public service will be held on Monday 30 November from 1pm to 3pm at Eden Park in Auckland. “Jonah touched people’s lives across the country and around the world,”...
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Nov 21, 15 •
2984 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Rugby Athletes Commission Brings Global Elite Players Together To Discuss And Help Shape The Future Decision-Making In The Game
On Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th November, the International Rugby Players’ Association (“IRPA”) including international player representatives from around the world and World Rugby took part in the second annual Rugby Athletes...
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Nov 20, 15 •
3123 Views •
General News, International •
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Comments Off on Argentina vs Barbarians Teamsheets #Rugby #Baabaas
Date: 21 November 2015 Venue: Twickenham Kick-off: 17h00 SA Time Televised: SS1 Follow on Twitter: @RugbyFifteen Argentina: 15 Ramiro Moyano, 14 Matías Moroni, 13 Jerónimo De la Fuente, 12 Santiago González Iglesias, 11 Santiago Cordero, 10 Nicolás...
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Nov 20, 15 •
1847 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Statement on behalf of Jonah Lomu’s family
Mervyn Quirk, father-in-law of Jonah Lomu: “We wish to thank all the people who have expressed their sympathies for our family at this incredibly difficult time. “We are truly touched by the outpouring of love for Jonah and the support for our family....
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Nov 19, 15 •
3206 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Richie McCaw retires
Richie McCaw has today confirmed he is hanging up his boots and retiring from professional rugby. The 34-year-old All Blacks captain and most capped All Black of all time has drawn the curtain on his stunning international career which started in Dublin 14...
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Nov 18, 15 •
1902 Views •
General News, International •
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Comments Off on SANZAR MOURNS THE PASSING OF JONAH LOMU
SANZAR has paid tribute to Jonah Lomu following the sudden and devastating news of his passing in Auckland. Interim chief executive, Brendan Morris, said: “Not only was Jonah Lomu a legend of our game, he was one of those rare superstar players that...
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Nov 18, 15 •
2109 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on New Zealand Rugby shocked at the death of Jonah Lomu
New Zealand Rugby has expressed its shock at the sudden death of Jonah Lomu. The 40-year-old All Blacks legend died in Auckland today. New Zealand Rugby Chief Executive Steve Tew said: “We’re all shocked and deeply saddened at the sudden death of Jonah....
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Nov 14, 15 •
1645 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Rugby Players From Around The World To Attend Second Annual Rugby Athletes Commission
International rugby players from around the world will congregate in London on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th November at the second annual Rugby Athletes Commission (RAC). The International Rugby Players Association (IRPA) and World Rugby (WR) jointly...
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Nov 9, 15 •
2028 Views •
General News, South Africa •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Rugby and soccer stars up for wheelchair challenge
9 NOVEMBER 2015 – The 2015 Vodacom Wheelchair Basketball Challenge will again see a star-studded team of celebrities take on the professional Wheelchair Basketball players in an Exhibition Game ahead of the grand finale at Vodacom World in...
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Nov 5, 15 •
1592 Views •
General News, International •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on BRITISH & IRISH LIONS ANNOUNCE CANTERBURY AS OFFICIAL APPAREL PARTNER
Photo:Canterbury’s partnership with the British & Irish Lions was announced this morning – Inpho The deal brings together two of rugby’s most celebrated brands and sees Canterbury hold exclusive rights to manufacturing both the match and...
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Oct 28, 15 •
2054 Views •
Betmatch, General News, South Africa, Springboks •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on IT’S ALL DOWNHILL FROM HERE #Betmatch
When you look back on your life there will be memories that stand out; moments that you hold dear as you lie there in your futuristic life-support-and-orgasm machine. You will think to yourself, “That was awesome.” The Springboks narrow loss to the All...
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Oct 21, 15 •
1935 Views •
General News, Varsity & Club •
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Comments Off on Constitutional Court comes to aid of paralysed rugby player #JusticeForCharlesOppelt
Landmark judgement gives Charles Oppelt justice 13 years after crippling injury The Constitutional Court has ordered that Mamre Rugby player, Charles Oppelt, who was crippled in a rugby match in 2002 is to be paid compensation by the Western Cape Department...
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Oct 19, 15 •
2694 Views •
General News, International, RWC 2015, Springboks •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on 100 Cap VX: A tribute to the heroes of the game
Written by Benedict Chanakira @bchanakira2 Some stalwarts have been unfortunate to not get to a 100 caps but some have manged to. Juan Smith, Nick Farr-Jones Martin Johnson, Os du Randt among the real rugby heroes to miss the privilege. This is a side that...
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Oct 5, 15 •
2806 Views •
General News, International, Rugby World Cup, RWC 2015, World Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Georgia vs Namibia Teamsheets #RWC2015
Date: 7 October 2015 Venue: Sandy Park Kick-off: 21h00 SA Time TV: SS1 Follow on Twitter: @RugbyFifteen Georgia: 1-Mikheil Nariashvili, 2-Jaba Bregvadze, 3-Davit Zirakashvili, 4-Giorgi Nemsadze, 5-Konstantine Mikautadze, 6-Giorgi Tkhilaishvili, 7-Viktor...
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Feb 7, 15 •
4012 Views •
General News, Pale Toe •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Super Rugby 2015 laat Smiley glimlag en frons
Dit gebeur soms dat ek iemand onverwags raakloop om dan met die groetslag met ʼn bek vol tande te staan en wonder, waar ken ek jou vandaan? Soms onthou ek, soms nie. Dit maak nie saak nie, want kort voor lank is ek en my “gas” besig om oor alles wat...
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Jan 9, 15 •
3407 Views •
General News, South Africa, Super Rugby, Vodacom Cup •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Rugby 15 and School Rugby Contributors needed
Are you passionate about rugby? Do you want a front row seat to games in your area? We are looking for contributors for Rugby Fifteen and School Rugby. This is not a job offer but rather an opportunity for rugby fans to become part of our team by covering...
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Mar 5, 14 •
2700 Views •
General News, South Africa •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Touch Isithembiso fundraiser
On the 5th of April, Isithembiso Babies Home will have their second touch rugby fundraiser, Touch Isithembiso. The touch fundraiser continues on the success of last year, and will also accommodate an additional 6 teams. Isithembiso officially opened their...
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Dec 6, 13 •
3088 Views •
General News, International, South Africa, Springbok News, World Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Rugby family pays tribute to Nelson Mandela
Photo: Nelson Mandela presents the Webb Ellis Cup to Francois Pienaar in 1995 The International Rugby Board and the global Rugby family have been paying tribute to Nelson Mandela, who passed away today. The inspirational former South African leader and father...
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Sep 26, 13 •
6922 Views •
Australia, Australian Rugby Championship, General News, International, South Africa, Super Rugby •
nelio@15.co.za •
Comments Off on Sharks release a statement regarding Jake White
With reference to media reports that surfaced yesterday pertaining to Jake White’s possible move to The Sharks, we would like to state the following: The Sharks CEO John Smit said: “Here at The Sharks we have a definite plan for our team. Could Jake...
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Apr 23, 13 •
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General News, National, South Africa, Super Rugby •
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Comments Off on Southern Kings team announcement against the Cheetahs
The Southern Kings have named Andries Strauss as captain, with Luke Watson coming on from the bench for the match against the Cheetahs on Saturday in Bloemfontein. Director of Rugby, Alan Solomons, said the decision to bench Watson had been made following a...
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Feb 28, 13 •
6150 Views •
Club Rugby, General News, National •
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Comments Off on Race to George heats up in Cell C Community Cup
The race for George heats up around the country on Saturday as the Cell C Community Cup pool stages reach a make-or-break stage for a number of clubs. Arguably the two biggest clashes of the weekend take place in Roodepoort and Port Elizabeth respectively,...
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Feb 28, 13 •
4823 Views •
General News, Super Rugby, Super Rugby Fixtures, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on Vodacom Super Rugby Preview – Round 3
It’s the big coastal derby and a replay of last year’s all-South African Vodacom Super Rugby semi-final – this time in Durban – when The Sharks host the DHL Stormers on Saturday afternoon. The Sharks kicked the 2013 season off with a good win over the...
