"I watched the Zambia 7s team at the Africa Men's Sevens tournament in Tunisia and I could see a great future for them." The President of Africa Rugby Mr Abdoulaziz Bougja has paid tribute to the progress being made by the Zambia Rugby Union towards growth and development of the game in the country. Audio Interview with Rugby Africa President Abdelaziz Bougja upon arrival at Ndola Airport for the Zambia vs Algeria game: … [Read More...]
15 Newest Rugby Reports
Nasi Manu
Benetton Rugby communicates the following medical bulletin regarding Nasi Manu. On 30th August, following a medical check-up completed by the team's medical staff at the athlete’s uro-genital apparatus, it had emerged the presence of a neoformation at this level that, the following day, had forced the immediate surgical intervention by the team of the urology department Ca’ Foncello hospital of Treviso. The surgery was perfectly successful, … [Read More...]
Continuity for the Cell C Sharks
Rugby news from KwaZulu-Natal: Continuity for the Cell C Sharks: The 126th anniversary of the first staging of the Currie Cup competition winds towards a climax as four teams go head to head in this year’s semi-finals, with the Cell C Sharks hosting the Xerox Golden Lions at JONSSON KINGS PARK on Saturday. After finishing second on the overall log, the Cell C Sharks earned the honour of a home semi-final where we host the Golden Lions who … [Read More...]
DHL WP change four for DHL Newlands semifinal
Rugby news from Western Province: DHL WP change four for DHL Newlands semifinal: There are four changes and a positional shift in the DHL Western Province starting line-up for the Currie Cup semifinal against Vodacom Blue Bulls at DHL Newlands on Saturday. Fullback Dillyn Leyds and No.8 Juarno Agustus make their return from injury in the North-South knock-out clash which kicks off at 17h00 on Saturday, while centre Dan Kriel and hooker Bongi … [Read More...]
DEON DAVIDS PLEASED WITH NEW RECRUITS
Rugby news from the Home of the Kings: DEON DAVIDS PLEASED WITH NEW RECRUITS: The Isuzu Southern Kings Head Coach, Deon Davids, is pleased with the progress being made by new recruits Meli Rokoua and Tertius Kruger, who joined the Port Elizabeth-based side’s this week. Following a two-week tour of Wales and Italy, the Isuzu Southern Kings had a week’s break before resuming with their preparations for the Guinness PRO14 Round 7 which will be … [Read More...]
Cipriani left out of England autumn series squad despite strong start to season
Springboks in the News: Cipriani left out of England autumn series squad despite strong start to season: (Owen Humphreys/PA). The final autumn series before the 2019 World Cup is opened by the Springboks’ visit to Twickenham on November 3. “South Africa have been going really well. They have a new coach ... "Springboks" - BingNews No place for Danny Cipriani as Eddie Jones names eight uncapped players in England squad for autumn tests: … [Read More...]
Zambia face Algeria in the decider game to determine who qualifies for 2019 Gold Cup
"After securing 5th position out of 12 participants at the just ended AFRICA MENS SEVENS TOURNAMENT in Tunisia, Zambia's focus and that of Africa Rugby now turns to the 15s game against Algeria this weekend at the Leopards Cage in Mufulira, Zambia" this has been reviewed by ZRU President Gen Clement Sinkamba. The ZRU President further said, "Our game has seen tremendous growth in the past few years and I wish to salute our partnerships both … [Read More...]
Pacific North Recap: Top Women’s Sides Soar
Rugby news from the United States of America: Pacific North Recap: Top Women’s Sides Soar: Little change as teams push toward midseason break. USA Rugby News South Recap: Fall Season Starting to Warm Up: The True South Rugby division kicked off this Saturday USA Rugby News Men’s National Team named for November Internationals 2018: Eagles conclude 2018 season with four international matches in preparation for Rugby World Cup Japan USA … [Read More...]
Independence Tag Rugby Games 2018
The 2018 Independence Tag Rugby Tournament has been slated for Friday 19th October at the Green Eagles Rugby Club in Kabwe, Central Province, Zambia. As Zambia celebrates 54 years of Independence on 24th October, 2018, the young girls and boys in Kabwe Schools will participate in an annual Independence Tag Rugby tournament. Tournament Organizer Tom Chaloba who is also Get Into Rugby Zambia Project Manager said the event will also be used as … [Read More...]
Fish Factory teams ready to rumble in Velddrif
The 31st edition of the SA Fish Industries tournament will kick off at the Smit Sports Grounds in Velddrif on the West Coast on Friday where 16 teams from the surrounding fish factories will battle it out for top honours in the annual event. The competition, which was the brainchild of the late Dr Danie Craven, former Springbok centre Ian Kirkpatrick and former Proteas skipper Dougie Dyers, was first held in Saldanha in 1987, with the … [Read More...]
Three uncapped players in Autumn Test squad
Head Coach Gregor Townsend today named three uncapped players in a 40-man Scotland squad for the 2018 Autumn Tests. The national team will face Wales in Cardiff on Saturday 3 November and contest the ‘Doddie Weir Cup’, as both teams honour the former Scotland and British & Irish Lions player diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease. A host of commercial, community and corporate activity will take place around the Test to help raise awareness … [Read More...]
Rugby: All Blacks great Christian Cullen opens up on Jonah Lomu, the haka and his biggest regrets
Rugby news from New Zealand: Rugby: All Blacks great Christian Cullen opens up on Jonah Lomu, the haka and his biggest regrets: All Blacks great Christian Cullen has opened up about life in the spotlight in a candid interview with World Rugby.In the video , the 58-test fullback reveals he was most nervous about performing the haka ahead of his debut test... nzherald.co.nz - Rugby Rugby: Michael Cheika names Wallabies squad to face All … [Read More...]
Rugby sevens: Michaela Blyde scores Bay of Plenty Rugby’s Supreme Award
Rugby Sevens in the news: Rugby sevens: Michaela Blyde scores Bay of Plenty Rugby's Supreme Award: It stands to reason that if you're World Rugby's Women's Sevens Player of the Year, a Commonwealth Games Gold medallist and a World Cup winner all in the space of 10 months, you're a strong chance to ... "Rugby Sevens" - BingNews Women's team stamp their mark on shared England sevens training base: At first glance, the England men’s and … [Read More...]
Pete Browne to retire
Ulster Rugby second row Pete Browne has announced his decision to retire from the game, with immediate effect. Commenting on his decision, Pete said: “Over the past couple of seasons, along with other injuries, I have suffered a number of concussions. In all of those cases (apart from my most recent head injury, which took longer), I have made a quick and full recovery and, thankfully, I have no long-term symptoms. “However, through the … [Read More...]
SA U18 Sevens take valuable lessons from Youth Olympics
South African Under-18 Sevens coach Marius Schoeman said on Tuesday his charges will take valuable lessons from the Youth Olympic Games in Argentina where they went down in the bronze playoff on Monday. The team had a slow start to the competition at Club Atletico San Isidro Sede La Boya in Buenos Aires on Saturday, losing 14-12 against Japan in their opening match before suffering a 17-12 defeat against France in their second pool … [Read More...]
