Rugby spectators can look forward to an innovative FNB Varsity Cup programme geared towards fast-paced action when the University of Johannesburg hosts its first home game against the University of Cape Town at 7pm on Monday, February 13. Featuring a new try-oriented points system designed to encourage running rugby, and entertainment à la American college football, this … [Read more...] about Varsity Cup Rugby Will Rock Joburg
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Political Party Welcome for Heyneke Meyer
The IFP has taken note of the announcement that former Blue Bulls coach Heyneke Meyer has been appointed as the new Springbok coach and said that the Party welcomed the decision. "The IFP fully supports the decision to appoint Mr Meyer as the new Springbok coach and we congratulate him on his appointment. Mr Meyer's passion for rugby and his impeccable track record as a … [Read more...] about Political Party Welcome for Heyneke Meyer
Schalk Burger named SARU Player of the Year
Springbok flank Schalk Burger was named the South African Rugby Player of the Year for the second time, having first won the award in 2004. Burger, 28, was rewarded for his role in leading the Stormers to the Super Rugby play-offs and his outstanding performance at the Rugby World Cup. Bismarck du Plessis, Francois Hougaard, Pat Lambie and Victor Matfield were also … [Read more...] about Schalk Burger named SARU Player of the Year
Ollie le Roux Tackles Celebrity Cricket Sixes
Former Springbok, Cheetahs and Sharks prop Ollie le Roux will find himself on a sticky wicket when he faces some of South Africa's top sportsmen at the Celebrity Cricket Sixes tournament in Bloemfontein on Sunday, November 6. Despite being on unfamiliar turf, Le Roux is looking forward to his role in the six-part nationwide tournament, which features sporting stars like … [Read more...] about Ollie le Roux Tackles Celebrity Cricket Sixes
New Zealand wins rugby World Cup on home ground
Auckland- New Zealand's All Blacks pulled off a historic 8-7 victory against France on Sunday, taking the Rugby World Cup in front of a home crowd and winning the title of world champions for the first time in 24 years. For the home team it was undoubtedly the biggest game of their lives - a chance to hold aloft the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time since they last held it … [Read more...] about New Zealand wins rugby World Cup on home ground
