Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium, traditionalists UPSET

Twickenham to be renamed Allianz Stadium, traditionalists UPSET

Twickenham is to be renamed Allianz Stadium from September after the Rugby Football Union (RFU) agreed a long-term sponsorship deal with the Germany-based multinational insurance company, it was announced on Monday. For the first time since the stadium was built in 1907, the 82 000-seater home of English rugby union will be rebranded as part … Read more

Springboks player ratings: Fantastic Fassi rules supreme

Springboks player ratings: Fantastic Fassi rules supreme

The Springboks overcame an indifferent first half display to claim an invaluable 41-13 win over Wales at Twickenham Stadium in London. Despite an early show of rustiness, the Springboks put on a show in this exhibition Test against the Welsh to retain the Qatar Cup, which they won in similar fashion against the All Blacks … Read more

Stats, facts and team photo

Stats, facts and team photo

The Springboks will play a their first post-World Cup Test when they square off against Wales in the Qatar Cup at Twickenham on Saturday. This weekend’s match kicks off 15h00 SA time and will be broadcast live on SuperSport. Prior to the encounter, you can check out some key facts and figures below. SPRINGBOKS’ RECORD … Read more

History beckons for Sharks at Twickenham

History beckons for Sharks at Twickenham

The Sharks succeeded in their quest to become the first South African team to advance to the semi-final of the Challenge Cup competition.  For the first time, a South African team will contest a last-four clash in the prestigious European club tournament after John Plumtree’s charges beat fellow URC side Edinburgh in a thrilling quarter-final … Read more