Koen: No spectacle, but important win for Springbok Women

Springbok Women head coach Louis Koen congratulated his team on their narrow 15-13 win over Spain in their season-opener in Valladolid on Saturday and added that the Test would be remembered for the way in which the South Africans ground out the victory, rather than the spectacular play by the visitors.

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De Villiers: Player movement is making world rugby more competitive

Springbok legend Jean de Villiers has applauded the recent Six Nations for showcasing how competitive global rugby has become at Test level, and how the shift of players between countries as well as between international clubs in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship is enhancing this.

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Koch set for debut, Am to lead Sharks against Ulster

The Hollywoodbets Sharks host Ulster at Hollywoodbets Kings Park this Saturday in a Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash that’s shaping up to be a season-changer for the Durban side.

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SA teams out to climb log as Vodacom URC resumes

South Africa’s four Vodacom United Rugby Championship teams will look to return to the field with a bang after a two-week break cognisant of the fact that every result will count with only seven pool rounds remaining and only one domestic team currently in the top eight.

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SA Cup to lift off in Kimberley on Human Rights Day

The inaugural SA Cup competition will get off to a flyer on Human Rights Day (Thursday, 21 March) with an exciting clash between Suzuki Griquas and the Leopards in Kimberley, while last year’s Currie Cup Premier and First Division champions collide in Bloemfontein on Friday.

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Gwala’s contributions on road to RWC starts in Spain

Springbok Women stalwart Lindelwa Gwala is confident that her exposure to the world's leading players competing in the Allianz Premiership not only improved her as a player and person, but will also boost her ability to keep contributing to the squad as they prepare for Saturday's Test against Spain in Valladolid.

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