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With over 100 first class appearances behind him in the United Rugby Championship and in Europe, Davies brings with him a wealth of experience at the highest level. “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Ian Davies as the WRU National Elite Performance Match Official Manager,” said Welsh Rugby Union performance director, Huw Bevan. …
Club centurion and Scotland internationalist Magnus Bradbury will return to Edinburgh Rugby this summer, penning a deal that will keep him in the capital for at least two years. Bradbury, 28, makes the move back from Bristol Bears whom he joined in 2022. The back-row previously spent eight years in the Scottish capital, a period …
Sri Lanka captain Chamari Athapaththu is back at the top of the ICC Women’s ODI Batting Rankings after a superb 195 not out in the third ODI against South Africa in Potchefstroom that helped her team level the ICC Women’s Championship Series 1-1. Athapaththu’s ninth ODI century, which is the highest score in a successful …
The Sanlam Boland Dames scored six tries in their 35-15 victory over DHL Western Province to maintain their good start to the Women’s Premier Division season in Wellington on Saturday, while the Bulls Daisies retained their unbeaten status with a 24-3 win over Free State Women in Bloemfontein in the second round. The Sharks Women …
For the Ospreys, the big goal this season has been to earn respect and they will certainly have done just that with their stunning 27-21 bonus point victory over the DHL Stormers in Cape Town. It goes down as one of the finest results in the Welsh region’s 20-year history, given the Stormers have been …
The Springboks will line up against Rugby World Cup opponents, Scotland and England, before taking on Wales in the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour in November, with the last Tests confirmed on Monday. The double world champions will kick off the tour on Sunday, 10 November in Edinburgh against the sixth-ranked Scotland – who they faced …
The 2024 Autumn Nations Series sees Wales take on Fiji, Australia and South Africa in matches across three consecutive weekends at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium this November. Across the full Autumn Nations Series, the best of northern hemisphere rugby will host 21 fixtures against the best teams from around the world, with supporters in the UK …
Suzuki Griquas and the Airlink Pumas maintained their unbeaten record in the SA Cup when both again scored important away wins during the weekend’s fifth round action. The log leaders from Kimberley withstood a spirited effort from the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers to register a 48-30 triumph in Wellington on Saturday, while at the same time …
Japan XV have won the World Rugby Pacific Challenge 2024 title following an 11-try, 65-15 win over Tonga A at Apia Park on Saturday. It was their third straight bonus-point win of the tournament having defeated Manuma Samoa 48-5 and defending champions Fiji Warriors 45-43 in the first two rounds. While disappointed to lose their …
An unexpected challenge stood in the way of Ospreys when they arrived at Somerset West Methodist Primary – a mini but mighty haka performed by the school’s fearless ‘Squirrels’. As Ospreys prepared for their Vodacom United Rugby Championship match against the DHL Stormers, players Justin Tipuric, Tom Botha, Owen Williams, and Gareth Thomas paid a …
Get 2024 ICC T20 World Cup Tickets HERE. The warm-up matches for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2024, supported by Dream11 have been moved from Zayed Cricket Stadium to Tolerance and Mohan Ovals. Zayed Cricket Stadium was set to host four warm-up matches as per the original practice schedule, but the venue is …
Mercurial backline talent Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has signed a contract extension that will keep him in a DHL Stormers jersey until at least 2027. The former Junior Springbok captain and age-group star has already made the step-up to the senior squad with ease and will continue to grow in the DHL Stormers system over the next …
We recently asked the Opera Browser’s bolt on AI option, Aria, the following question; “Write an article on the various AI article writing options available?” We were expecting a list of options but instead got back the article below extolling the wonders of Aria and conveniently omitting the names of other AI tools available. Aria …
In the age of social media, engagement has become a currency of its own. People strive to gain likes, shares, and comments on their posts, seeking validation and recognition from their online peers. However, this pursuit of engagement has given rise to a concerning phenomenon known as engagement farming. This article explores the concept of …
The three teams at the top of the SA Cup log – Suzuki Griquas, the Airlink Pumas and Toyota Cheetahs – will have their credentials as frontrunners tested when they hit the road for tricky away fixtures this weekend in round five of the competition. Especially Suzuki Griquas, currently at the top on the standings, …
Edinburgh Rugby is delighted to announce the contract extension of Scotland and British & Irish Lions scrum half, Ali Price, who extends his stay in the capital for at least another year. Price has made 12 appearances for the capital club he initially joined on loan in November last year, making his debut in the …
When you hear a sportsman mentioned in the same breath as Roger Federer and Lionel Messi, you know you are dealing with someone very special. That’s certainly the case with Wales legend Taulupe Faletau who will make his long-awaited return to action for Cardiff Rugby in Friday night’s Vodacom URC clash with Ulster Rugby in …
The teams for Friday’s Round 14 fixtures of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship have been named with all details of match officials and broadcast information below. Just five points separate 5th – 11th place, with only five rounds remaining, the Race To The Eight continues this weekend. Every game counts. TEAM NEWS HEADLINES #ULSvCAR A …
The Edinburgh ‘A’ side to face Southern Knights in tomorrow night’s FOSROC Super Series Sprint opener at The Greenyards has been announced (19 April, kick-off 7.35pm) – live on BBC ALBA. A strong mix of youth and experience is selected for the clash in Melrose with back-row Tom Dodd named skipper for the ‘A’ side. …
The two finalists of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier in Abu Dhabi supported by Dream11, will secure their spots in this year’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup to be held in Bangladesh later this year. The 10 teams competing in the Qualifier have been divided into two groups of five each, the top …
The SDC Noordvaal Cup 2024 season kicked off in March with Group 1’s matches starting on the 20th of April and promises to provide even more action and excitement than in the past. The tournament is not only the oldest school rugby competition in South Africa but also one of the largest in the world …
Rhona Lloyd is the latest player to earn a 50th international cap this weekend as Scotland travel to Parma to face Italy, with Bryan Easson making three changes to the starting team. Molly Wright (loosehead) will pack down with hooker Lana Skeldon and Christine Belisle (tighthead) in the front row, whilst Eva Donaldson joins Louise …
The International Cricket Council has expressed sadness at the passing of former England Test cricketer and ICC Match Referee Raman Subba Row at the age of 92. ICC General Manager of Cricket Wasim Khan remembered Subba Row as a fine cricketer who went on to officiate in international cricket matches very professionally. ICC General Manager …
SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer congratulated the Springboks, SA Rugby President Mr Mark Alexander, and the impressive list of individuals who were recognised for their excellent achievements in 2023 by being nominated for the prestigious SA Sports Awards. The nominations were announced on Wednesday evening, with rugby featuring among a star-studded list of candidates in …