South African Rugby Union

Matfield, Burger named in Springboks squad

By Mark Gleeson CAPE TOWN (Reuters) – Veterans Victor Matfield and Schalk Burger plus eight uncapped players were included by South Africa in a 36-man squad to attend a training camp later this month to prepare for this year’s international fixtures. The 37-year-old lock Matfield, who came out of retirement to play for the Bulls … Read more

Bigger Currie Cup in 2014 and 2015

Absa Currie Cup returns to eight team format to benefit SA rugby

The Absa Currie Cup will feature an eight-team Premier Division and a new qualification round, following the decision to expand the top flight the South African Rugby Union has announced which will have a number of knock-on effects for Super Rugby as well. A Special General Council meeting of the 14 member unions gave the … Read more

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