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July 14, 2019
Video: Xerox Golden Lions claw their way back in Jozi

The Xerox Golden Lions had to fight hard to start their Currie Cup campaign with a win against the Phakisa Pumas in Johannesburg.

LATEST TOURNAMENTS NEWS
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Top teams on a collision course as SA Cup resumes...

The SA Cup resumes this weekend following the Easter break, with the fifth round marking a significant point in the comp...

2
Positive early signs on impact of lowered tackle-h...

South African rugby is showing encouraging early outcomes following the introduction of the lowered tackle-height laws, ...

3
Vodacom URC Awards 2025/26 honour game-changers...

As the 2025/26 Vodacom URC season races toward its thrilling conclusion, the spotlight now turns to the individuals and ...

4
De Bruin applauds Daisies and Pick n Pay WSL 1...

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin complimented the players and management of the eight provincial sides that cont...

5
Near misses as SA teams’ European adventures end...

It was a disappointing weekend for the DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, and Hollywoodbets Sharks, as all three teams were sq...

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Four-try Tambwe steers Xerox Golden Lions to close win

The Xerox Golden Lions’ speedy wing Madosh Tambwe scored four tries as the Gautengers got their Currie Cup campaign off to a winning start over the Phakisa Pumas in Johannesburg on Saturday, but the home team had to dig deep for the 38-37 victory.

DHL WP pack lay victory foundation in Cape Town

The DHL Western Province pack delivered a massive scrumming performance that crushed the Vodacom Blue Bulls’ chances in a hard-fought Currie Cup encounter, won 20-5 by the Capetonians at DHL Newlands on Saturday.

Currie Cup starts with upset win in Durban

Tafel Lager Griquas started their Currie Cup campaign in impressive fashion by dismantling the defending champions, the Cell C Sharks, 37-13 in Durban on Friday night.

Currie Cup First Division enters round two

The Currie Cup First Division – sponsored by DirectAxis Financial Services – will enter its second week, and with the Boland Cavaliers, Jaguares XV and Leopards aiming to build on their winning starts, fans will be treated to another entertaining round of action.

France Gendarmerie Rugby XV embark on SA tour

The SA Police Services, Correctional Services, and National Defence Force will have a rare opportunity to measure themselves against international opposition when the France Gendarmerie Rugby XV, tour SA for the first time from 14 to 18 July.

Dyantyi injury setback for Springboks

Springbok wing Aphiwe Dyantyi has returned to the Xerox Golden Lions in Johannesburg where he will undergo rehabilitation for a hamstring injury, the Springbok management has announced on Monday.

Boks pleased with Lood's form

Springbok assistant coach Matt Proudfoot was pleased with the game time and performance of Lood de Jager, who played just over 50 minutes for the Vodacom Blue Bulls in this weekend’s Currie Cup opening round.

SA Schools squads named for U18 International Series

The SA Schools and SA Schools A squads – featuring four returning players from 2018 – to contest the U18 International Series against their age-group counterparts from Argentina, England, France, Wales in August were announced by SA Rugby on Monday.

Ikey Tigers head to Japan for World University Rugby Cup

UCT Rugby Club is travelling to Japan in September to play in an invitational World University Rugby Cup hosted by Waseda University – a curtain raiser to the Rugby World Cup.

Video: Currie Cup mascots stir it up

The mascots of the seven Currie Cup Premier Division teams had a bit of fun with the help of Early B and his song, "Leka Djy"!

Four-try Tambwe steers Xerox Golden Lions to close win

The Xerox Golden Lions’ speedy wing Madosh Tambwe scored four tries as the Gautengers got their Currie Cup campaign off to a winning start over the Phakisa Pumas in Johannesburg on Saturday, but the home team had to dig deep for the 38-37 victory.

Dyantyi injury setback for Springboks

Springbok wing Aphiwe Dyantyi has returned to the Xerox Golden Lions in Johannesburg where he will undergo rehabilitation for a hamstring injury, the Springbok management has announced on Monday.

Tournaments

SA Cup

Top teams on a collision course as SA Cup resumes

The SA Cup resumes this weekend following the Easter break, with the fifth round marking a significant point in the competition as the race for the four semi-final places and qualification to the Carling Currie Cup Premier Division gathers further momentum.

 
April 09, 2026

News

Positive early signs on impact of lowered tackle-height laws

South African rugby is showing encouraging early outcomes following the introduction of the lowered tackle-height laws, with initial data indicating a positive shift in reducing the severity and long-term impact of tackle-related catastrophic head, neck and spine injuries, SA Rugby announced on Thursday.

 
April 09, 2026

Vodacom United Rugby Championship

Vodacom URC Awards 2025/26 honour game-changers

As the 2025/26 Vodacom URC season races toward its thrilling conclusion, the spotlight now turns to the individuals and teams who have defined this campaign. The Vodacom URC Awards are back, ready to celebrate the stars, the stories, and the moments that have made this season unforgettable.

 
April 08, 2026

Pick n Pay Women's Super League

De Bruin applauds Daisies and Pick n Pay WSL 1

Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin complimented the players and management of the eight provincial sides that contested the 2026 Pick n Pay Women’s Super League 1, saying that it provided the national coaching set-up with valuable insights and unearthed new talents.

 
April 07, 2026

Investec Champions Cup & EPCR Challenge Cup

Near misses as SA teams’ European adventures end

It was a disappointing weekend for the DHL Stormers, Vodacom Bulls, and Hollywoodbets Sharks, as all three teams were squeezed out of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup competitions, in the key Round of 16.

 
April 05, 2026

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