A Super Rugby break-up could be imminent, and with the South Africans looking north at a spot in the Guinness Pro14, is this really the right option for all involved? Last Word delves into the issues surrounding the move. ‘It must be remembered that there is nothing more difficult to plan, more doubtful of success, nor […] READ MORE
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Winning Blues team ‘scramble well’ as others trip and stumble
Coming off a victory over the Chiefs, head coach Leon MacDonald said of his winning Blues team that, they ‘scrambled well’ while other NZ sides suffered losses this Super Rugby round. In a strange sequence – one which few can ever recall it happening before – the Blues were the lone New Zealand franchise winner […] READ MORE
Away teams win 4/6 – Super Rugby Snapshot
With the away teams claiming 4/6 wins during Round Ten competition, it again proved that results are not predictable, in this week’s Super Rugby snapshot. That example was best illustrated in Durban. A confident local team faced the traveling Queensland Reds side. Few if any, aside from loyal Australian fans, would have bet on the […] READ MORE
Family safety a massive factor in Gloucester move for Franco Mostert
Speaking to the local media for the first time in a Gloucester press conference, South African lock Franco Mostert spoke about his time in England. He cited family safety a massive factor in Gloucester move alongside the presence of former work colleagues in the likes of Johan Ackermann. Family safety a massive factor in Gloucester […] READ MORE
Super Rugby Round Three: The African Conferences
Super Rugby round three produced a few interesting results as well as a touch of refereeing controversy. READ MORE
Super Rugby Week One: The African Conferences
Super Rugby Week One proved to be a little disappointing for the teams in the South African Conferences. READ MORE