The media in the Northern Hemisphere has been critical of South African teams participating in the Investec Champions Cup—and not without reason. Former England flyhalf Stuart Barnes described the absence
2024 marked a milestone in South African rugby as the Springboks solidified their reputation as global champions, continuing their dominance after the 2023 Rugby World Cup triumph. Unlike previous post-World
The inaugural South African derby of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) season underscored the heightened intensity and fervent interest that erupts when local powerhouses clash. This match not only
On Saturday, Durban rugby fans eagerly anticipate a Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) derby between the Hollywoodbets Sharks and the DHL Stormers. This encounter presents a golden opportunity for the
The upcoming Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC) match at Hollywoodbets Kings Park features a high-stakes clash between the Hollywoodbets Sharks and the DHL Stormers. This game could influence the Springbok
The World Rugby Awards, intended as the pinnacle of the rugby calendar, often spark more controversy than celebration. While the event aims to honour the sport’s best, the criteria for
The 2024 Autumn Nations Series came to an an unremarkable ending this past weekend. Every result was fairly predictable, with not one upset result to speak of as the rugby
The rivalry between South Africa’s Rassie Erasmus and Wales’ Warren Gatland, which was a defining narrative of the 2021 British and Irish Lions series, has evolved significantly since their heated
Four Springboks received recognition for their impressive and consistent performances during the 2024 season after being nominated for the World Rugby Awards. World Rugby announced the shortlists on Monday. The