UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Ma'a Nonu urges South African sides to seize Champions Cup opportunity

All Blacks legend and Sharks centre Ma'a Nonu has delivered a clear message to South African franchises competing in Europe: treat the opportunity as a privilege, not a bonus.

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Bulls bolster backline with highly-rated Currie Cup-winning Griquas centre on loan

The Bulls have added further depth to their backline with highly-rated Currie Cup-winning Griquas centre Mnombo Zwelendaba joining Johan Ackermann's squad on loan.

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Deon Fourie backs Stormers hooker after Edinburgh lineout catastrophe

Deon Fourie has urged the Stormers to look beyond Vernon Paulo when assessing the lineout problems that contributed to their defeat by Edinburgh last week.

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Lions boss looking ahead to 'massive' trans-Jukskei derby against Bulls

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is under no illusions as to the challenge his charges face when they travel to Pretoria to face the Bulls on Saturday.

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JP Pietersen hails impact of returning Boks as Sharks slay Irish giants

Sharks coach JP Pietersen was grinning from ear to ear in his post-match press conference following their bonus-point win over reigning URC champions Leinster on Saturday.

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URC: Bulls beaten by Munster despite brave second-half fightback

The Bulls suffered their first defeat of the 2026-27 United Rugby Championship campaign as Munster secured a 26-22 bonus-point victory in Limerick on Saturday night.

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