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Jul 1, 11 •
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Comments Off on Sarel moves to the Tahs
The NSW Waratahs have moved quickly to bolster their halfback ranks for the next Super Rugby season with the acquisition of Cheetahs No.9 Sarel Pretorius. Pretorius has signed as the Waratahs’ senior foreign player and will be with the franchise for the...
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Jul 1, 11 •
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International, Rugby World Cup News, RWC 2011, World Rugby •
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Comments Off on RWC 2011 New Zealand ticket sales hit NZ$200m mark
RWC 2011 ticket sales hit NZ$200m mark Sales revenue reaches 75% of target with over two months to goTicket sales open Monday July 4 at 9amThousands of lowest price tickets still available for most matchesTicket sales revenue for Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC...
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Jul 1, 11 •
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Comments Off on Ma'a Nonu becomes a Blue
All Blacks and former Hurricanes midfielder Ma’a Nonu has signed with the Blues after committing to New Zealand rugby for two more seasons. Nonu, 29, today confirmed speculation he would be moving north after being axed by the Hurricanes for being a...
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Jun 30, 11 •
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Comments Off on English rugby has made my career – Botha
Mouritz Botha has been on an inspiring seven-year journey through English grassroots rugby says that it has cemented his desire to play for England at the Rugby World Cup. The Saracens lock’s story goes from National Three North and cramped minibuses, via...
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Jun 30, 11 •
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Comments Off on Communities across New Zealand are preparing to welcome visitors to RWC 2011 by ‘adopting’ a participating country
Communities across New Zealand are preparing to welcome visitors to RWC 2011 by ‘adopting’ a participating country… Street decorations, festivals and language lessons are all part of the exciting plans. See what some regions have been up to already:...
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Jun 30, 11 •
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Comments Off on SANZAR unveils new Vodacom Super Rugby Trophy
The new trophy that will be presented to the inaugural Vodacom Super Rugby champions on 9 July, 2011 has been unveiled by SANZAR. The trophy is made from solid stainless steel, stands 65 cm tall, weighs 18 kilograms and will be the symbol of Vodacom...
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Jun 29, 11 •
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Comments Off on Why The Springbok is on the sleeve
The Springbok emblem which up until now has always been seen on the front of the South African national-team jersey will be moved during this year’s World Cup in New Zealand. Instead it will be seen on the left sleeve as the International Rugby Board...
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Jun 29, 11 •
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Comments Off on Vodacom Super Rugby Semi-final Preview – DHL Stormers Vs Crusaders
The DHL Stormers will host only their third Vodacom Super Rugby playoff match in the history of the competition when they face the Crusaders at 17:05 in the second semi-final at DHL Newlands on Saturday. South African conference winners, the DHL Stormers,...
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Jun 29, 11 •
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International, World Rugby •
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Comments Off on Details revealed of Springbok Assessment Camp
The Springbok preliminary Rugby World Cup squad has been called into camp in Cape Town from July 5 to 8 to begin preparations for the international season. Stormers players will not attend if their team is involved in the Vodacom Super Rugby final. Charl...
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Jun 28, 11 •
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International, National, Super Rugby, Super Rugby News •
James Loretz •
Comments Off on Gumede terminates lucrative deal with Lions
June 28 – The Golden Lions Rugby Union today wishes to confirm that negotiations around the completion of the shareholders agreement with GUMA TAC has been terminated by GUMA TAC. It is with deep regret that the Lions received this notification today as...
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Jun 28, 11 •
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Comments Off on Highlanders Captain saves womans life
New Zealand rugby union player Jamie Mackintosh is being hailed a hero after saving a woman from choking – even though he broke her rib in the process. Mackintosh, the captain of Super 15 side the Highlanders, was dining at a restaurant in Dunedin...
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Jun 28, 11 •
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Comments Off on Battle of the centres
Morgan Piek Bloemfontein – While 38-year-old, Tana Umaga is recovering from surgery he underwent to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon. In coming Waikato Chiefs, Coach Dave Rennie might have sleepless nights trying to put together a squad for next...
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Jun 27, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks end World Champs on positive note
The South African U20s ended the 2011 IRB Junior World Championship in fifth position on Sunday after outclassing Fiji 104-17 in the battle for fifth place in Treviso. The Baby Boks scored 16 tries which included a penalty try in a match which saw them play...
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Jun 25, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks team for Fiji clash
Saturday, June 25, 2011 South Africa Under-20 coach Dawie Theron has named his team to take on Fiji in their playoff match for fifth position in the 2011 IRB Junior World Championship in Treviso which kicks off on Sunday at 14h10. There are four changes made...
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Jun 24, 11 •
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Comments Off on Tenacious and feisty.
By Morgan Piek Enrico “Ricky’ Januarie has always been bit of a controversial figure in South African Rugby. He has never been one to shy away from a challenge, both on and off the field. Be it because of DUI charges or weight issues. Like most ...
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Jun 24, 11 •
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Comments Off on Ricky Januarie announces his retirement from international rugby
Ricky Januarie has withdrawn from the Springboks’ preliminary Rugby World Cup squad after announcing his retirement from international rugby today. The 29-year-old DHL Western Province scrumhalf made his decision after discussions with Springbok coach Peter...
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Jun 23, 11 •
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International, World Rugby, World Rugby Junior Championship •
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Comments Off on South African Referee, Jaco Peyper to referee Junior World Champs finals
Jaco Peyper to referee Junior World Champs final South Africa’s Jaco Peyper, one of the country’s best up and coming referees, has been appointed to officiate the final of the IRB’s Junior World Championship between New Zealand and England in...
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Jun 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on Eastern Province U16 Grant Khomo Squad.
1. Shane Liebenberg – Kingswood 2. Justin Antonie – Pearson 3. Ronnie Beyl – Marlow 4. Sintu manjezi – St Andrews College 5. Wynand Grassman – Despatch 6. Cyril-John Velleman (captain) – Grey 7. Olwethu Mkolo – P.J...
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Jun 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on The Coaches Corner with Pat Lam
For the Blues to be in the playoffs for first time in four years, the first time at home since 2003 and the first time in my coaching reign is pleasing and very exciting. There’s a great sense of satisfaction for everyone concerned, from the board right...
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Jun 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on Holmes in for the Tahs
Scrumhalf Josh Holmes will fill the boots of Luke Burgess in tomorrow night’s Super Rugby Qualifier against the Blues at Eden Park. Luke Burgess was ruled out of the team yesterday after scans revealed a broken bone in his hand suffered at training on...
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Jun 23, 11 •
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Comments Off on Baby Boks outclass Ireland
The South African Under-20s returned back to winning ways at the 2011 IRB Junior World Championship in Italy following their 57-15 victory over Ireland in Padova on Wednesday. The Baby Boks outmuscled their opponents and ran in nine tries in a match which saw...
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Jun 22, 11 •
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James Loretz •
Comments Off on Baby Boks bounce back
Following their disappointing loss against England a few days ago, the Baby Boks bounced backed and demolished ireland in their 5th Place Semi-final match in Italy with a 57 – 15 scoreline. The South African u/20 outfit lost 26-20 to England in their...
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Jun 22, 11 •
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International, Rugby World Cup News, RWC 2011 •
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Comments Off on Participants of all abilities needed for RWC 2011 Opening Ceremony
Aucklanders urged to get involvedCeremony is a chance to be a part of historyTime is running out – deadline extended to June 26Aucklanders are being urged to get involved in the Opening Ceremony for Rugby World Cup 2011 as ceremony organisers extend the...
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Jun 21, 11 •
2561 Views •
International, World Rugby Junior Championship •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Free State lock joins SA U20 squad in Italy
Toyota Free State Cheetahs lock Carl Wegner will on Tuesday join up with the SA U20s in Treviso, Italy, where they are currently competing in the IRB Junior World Championship. Wegner was called up to replace the 19-year-old MTN Golden Lions lock Ruan...
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Jun 21, 11 •
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International, Rugby World Cup News, RWC 2011 •
Johan Jonck •
Comments Off on Tips on how to survive 'Kiwiland – courtesy of Castle Lager
As a build up the road to New Zealand, Castle Lager has uploaded two more interesting video (Killing Time and The Great Outdoors). These Videos are part of an online competition, run by Castle Lager with a grand prize of TWO tickets to the New Zealand in...
