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Mar 20, 13 •
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Comments Off on Crusaders team to play the Southern Kings named
The Crusaders take on new comers the Southern Kings this Saturday. While the Kings are new to the Investec Super Rugby tournament, their coach Matt Sexton is no stranger to the Crusaders and he will be out to show his old team mates what his South African...
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Mar 20, 13 •
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Currie Cup Results, International, National, South Africa •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Harris, Botha, Rhodes bolster DHL Western Province Vodacom Cup side
DHL Stormers forwards Brok Harris, Ruan Botha and Michael Rhodes will bolster the DHL Western Province team in Friday evening’s Vodacom Cup, Round Three clash against the EP Kings in Port Elizabeth (19h00). DHL WP will be chasing a win away from home...
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Mar 20, 13 •
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International •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on HSBC launches innovative new online fan engagement tool for all British & Irish Lions Fans
– HSBC and British & Irish Lions create a digital Lions shirt – Join HSBC’s legendary Lions journey HSBC and The British & Irish Lions have launched a digital Lions shirt designed to be a central online destination for all rugby...
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Mar 20, 13 •
2599 Views •
South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Vodacom Cup Round 3 Preview
EP Kings host WP in Vodacom Cup After two defeats in the opening rounds of the Vodacom Cup, under pressure defending champions DHL Western Province will be a looking to get their campaign back on track when they travel to Port Elizabeth to face the EP Kings...
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Mar 20, 13 •
2636 Views •
General News, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Cheeky Watson flies to New Zealand as Kings recall two foreign players from touring squad
Eastern Province Rugby Union (EPRU) President, Cheeky Watson, left Port Elizabeth this afternoon for New Zealand, to go and address the Southern Kings touring squad following the announcement from the SA Rugby Union (SARU) relating to the foreign player...
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Mar 20, 13 •
6279 Views •
General News, South Africa, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on The Sharks Team announcement for battle with Rebels
The Sharks Media Release VODACOM SUPER RUGBY The Sharks vs Rebels Date : Saturday, 23 March 2013 Time : 17h05 Venue : KINGS PARK Referee : Lourens van der Merwe Assistant Referees : Stuart Berry, Reuben Rossouw Television Match Official : Shaun Veldsman...
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Mar 20, 13 •
2405 Views •
International, South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Toyota Free State XV announced for clash with Sharks XV
The Toyota Free State XV has been annou Toyota Free State XV vs Sharks XV Mr Price Kings Park, Durban ...
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Mar 20, 13 •
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Comments Off on Juan de Jongh returns for Brumbies clash
Fit-again Springbok centre Juan de Jongh will start at outside centre for the DHL Stormers in Saturday’s Vodacom Super Rugby clash against the unbeaten Brumbies (kick-off 19h10). De Jongh will play in his first competitive match of the 2013 season,...
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Mar 20, 13 •
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South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
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Comments Off on Change in venue for Vodacom Cup game against Western Province
The Eastern Province Rugby Union has moved the game between the Eastern Province Kings and the Western Province from the Zwide Stadium to the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University stadium. “Following an inspection of the stadium this morning, we discovered...
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Mar 20, 13 •
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South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Eastern Province Kings Vodacom Cup team announced to take on Western Province
EP KINGS TEAM TO PLAY WESTERN PROVINCE AT NMMU STADIUM, PORT ELIZABETH FRIDAY 22 MARCH 2013 19H00 15. Siviwe Soyizwapi 11. Yamkela Ngam 13. Wayne Stevens (VC) 12. Siyabonga Mangweni 14. ...
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Mar 19, 13 •
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General News, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Southern Kings respond to SARU’s announcement on Foreign Players
Eastern Province Rugby President, Cheeky Watson, can confirm that he was contacted telephonically by the leadership of the South African Rugby Union (SARU) in connection with the issue of foreign players that were fielded during the game against the Chiefs on...
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Mar 19, 13 •
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General News, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on SARU investigating Southern Kings Vodacom Super Rugby selections
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has established an investigation into a suspected breach of SARU’s Vodacom Super Rugby participation agreement by the Southern Kings. Jurie Roux, CEO of SARU, contacted Cheeky Watson, the chairman of the Kings board,...
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Mar 19, 13 •
10620 Views •
International, Rugby Championship News, Springbok News, Springboks, The Rugby Championship, World Rugby •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Kick-off times finalised for The Rugby Championship 2013
SANZAR today announced the full draw for The Rugby Championship which kicks off on Saturday August 17 with back-to-back matches in Sydney and Bloemfontein. Defending champions New Zealand will clash with Australia at ANZ Stadium from 8:05pm local time before...
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Mar 18, 13 •
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School, South Africa, South Africa •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Blue Bulls Rugby Union and FutureLife in partnership with rugby development projects
There is increased pressure on players, especially at school level, to perform at their best. Following a well balanced diet is critical to a young player’s success and career longevity. This year, Blue Bulls Rugby Union (BBRU) and FutureLife continue to...
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Mar 18, 13 •
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General News, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Southern Kings Touring Squad announced
Players Andries Strauss Bandise Maku Cornell Du Preez Daniel Adongo David Bulbring Demetri Catrakilis Elric Van Vuuren George Whitehead Grant Kemp Hadleigh Parkes Jaco Engels Jacques Engelbrecht Johannes Franklin Kevin Buys Marcello Sampson Nicolas Vergallo...
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Mar 17, 13 •
2710 Views •
South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Steval Pumas, Sharks setting pace; Leopards produce record win – Vodacom Cup Round 2 Review
Only two teams retain 100 per cent records after the opening two rounds of the Vodacom Cup while a further three can boast of being unbeaten as the tournament has made a fascinating kick off to 2013. Sitting pretty at the top of the respective sections are...
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Mar 17, 13 •
4871 Views •
Club Rugby, South Africa, Varsity & Club •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Dramatic finale sees ‘home’ team Evergreens snatch Cell C Community Cup Easter Champs place – Round 4 review
THE eight qualifiers for the Cell C Community Cup Easter Championships are finally confirmed after a pulsating final weekend of pool action which saw Evergreens book their ticket with a injury-time try and wild cards Raiders’ hearts broken with a missed...
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Mar 17, 13 •
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Comments Off on Cheetahs have history in their sights – Vodacom Super Rugby Round 5 Review
After the feast of round four – with three victories over New Zealand teams – came the near famine of round five with only the Toyota Cheetahs of South Africa’s four teams in action picking up a victory. The Toyota Cheetahs recorded a third...
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Mar 17, 13 •
2137 Views •
General News, New Zealand, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News, Super Rugby Results •
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Comments Off on Ben Funnell Suspended for One Week
The SANZAR Duty Judicial Officer Nicholas Davidson QC has accepted a guilty plea from Ben Funnell of the Crusaders for contravening Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous Tackling after he was Cited following a Super Rugby Match at the Weekend. Funnell has been suspended...
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Mar 16, 13 •
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Australia, General News, National, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on Matt Toomua issued an Off Field Yellow Card
Matt Toomua of the Brumbies has been issued with an off-field yellow card for contravening Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous Tackling during a Super Rugby match at the weekend. The incident occurred when Toomua made contact with Sharks #10 Patrick Lambie in a tackle....
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Mar 16, 13 •
2554 Views •
Australia, General News, National, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on Shark Tank cracked as Brumbies gallop home
The University of Canberra Brumbies have opened their South African tour with a big win over the Sharks in Durban, 29-10 on Sunday morning (AEDT). It was the University of Canberra Brumbies seventh consecutive win away from home, breaking the Super Rugby...
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Mar 16, 13 •
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South Africa, Vodacom Cup, Vodacom Cup News •
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Comments Off on Eastern Province Kings defeat Border in Second Vodacom Cup Clash
The Eastern Province Kings defeated the Border Bulldogs in their second game of the season, with the final score at 30 to Border’s 22. EP Kings Head Coach, David Maidza, said he was very impressed with the quality of rugby played, especially in the first...
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Mar 16, 13 •
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Comments Off on Ben Funnell Cited following Super Rugby Match Crusaders v Bulls
Ben Funnell has been cited for alleged foul play during a Super Rugby match at the weekend. Funnell is alleged to have contravened Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous Tackling when he made contact with Bulls #18 Grant Hattingh at a breakdown during the 60th minute of the...
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Mar 15, 13 •
5770 Views •
Australia, Australian Rugby Championship, General News, National, South Africa, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
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Comments Off on Jake White Scholarship announced for SA student
A high-performing South African student will receive a chance to study in Australia under a new scholarship announced today. The University of Canberra Brumbies Scholarship for General Excellence, known as the ‘Jake White Scholarship’, includes University...
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Mar 15, 13 •
10866 Views •
International, Springbok Hall of Fame, Springbok News, Springboks •
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Comments Off on Unique gathering of Springbok captains marks Experience countdown
40 national captains from all traditions to gather on March 27th Hollywood Boulevard-style ceremony to capture hand and footprints Event marks countdown to opening of Springbok Experience museum at V&A Waterfront Legendary Springbok captains such as...
