The Blitzboks beat Great Britain in a tense Sevens Repechage final in Monaco to claim the last qualification spot for the Paris Olympics. In a game where all the points were scored in the first half, the Blitzboks were resolute in defence, holding out a late GB onslaught to book their place on the plane … Read more
SA Rugby has noted the outcome of the proceedings of an arbitration hearing in respect of the rest periods for contracted provincial rugby players, announced on Monday. The Arbitrator had been asked to rule in a dispute between SARPA (the South African Rugby Players’ Organisation) and SAREO (the South African Rugby Employers’ Organisation). SA Rugby … Read more
SA Rugby boss Mark Alexander has made impassioned plea with corporations to help fund the rapidly rising women’s game in South Africa. In a first of its kind on South African soil, SA Rugby in conjunction with World Rugby hosted a Women’s Rugby workshop aimed at the amplification of the women’s game globally. SA RUGBY’S … Read more
“Behind every successful man is a woman,” goes the popular phrase, and in the case of Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus, there are several supporting ladies. The twice-winning Rugby World Cup champion was conferred with an honorary doctorate this week for his contribution to the sporting sector and towards nation-building. Recognised as a sporting hero to … Read more
SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer congratulated the Springboks, SA Rugby President Mr Mark Alexander, and the impressive list of rugby-affiliated individuals who were recognised for their excellent achievements in 2023 by being nominated for the prestigious SA Sports Awards. The nominations were announced on Wednesday evening, with rugby featuring among a star-studded list of candidates … Read more
The release date for the ‘Chasing the Sun 2′ documentary, which will unpack the Springboks’ successful 2024 Rugby World Cup, has been confirmed. ALSO READ | Sharks to splash millions in cash for the World Cup-winning Bok? The original Chasing The Sun is compelling, raw, human and emotional five-part documentary series which tells the story … Read more
The Springboks could be set for a cash injection following news reports that American sports investment company Ackerley Partners is reportedly expressing interest in investing in the SA Rugby. According to a report on Netwerk24, the move comes amid significant changes in South African rugby, with SA’s director of rugby Rassie Erasmus set to focus exclusively … Read more
