SA Rugby
Pro14 targets SA expansion after Kings’ liquidation, adds Monday evening TV slot
Pro14 Rugby has stated it is in “early discussions” with SA Rugby to expand the number of South African franchises in the cross-border league, while it has introduced a Monday Night Rugby concept for the…
South Africa’s Kings and Cheetahs dropped from Pro14
The Pro14 cross-border rugby union club competition will not feature any matches involving South African teams until at least 2021 after Port Elizabeth-based outfit Southern Kings voluntarily withdrew…
Lions’ tour of South Africa may not go ahead if fans can’t attend
Jurie Roux, the chief executive of SA Rugby, has admitted that the British and Irish Lions’ tour of South Africa may not go ahead next year if fans are not able to attend due to Covid-19 restrictions.
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No home tests for Springboks as SA Rugby explores competition options
Jurie Roux, chief executive of the SA Rugby national governing body, has confirmed that the men’s national team will not play any home Tests in 2020 as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lions and South Africa Rugby launch joint venture for 2021 Tour
SA Rugby and the British & Irish Lions have created a joint venture to maximise the appeal of the Lions’ Tour of South Africa in 2021.
SA Rugby regains control of Southern Kings
SA Rugby, the governing body of rugby union in South Africa, has assumed management control of the Southern Kings, describing the move as a “last resort” to save the Pro14 team.