South African Rugby

South Africa rugby union faces charges of misconduct

The International Rugby Board (IRB) has reportedly charged the officials of the South Africa Ruby Union on Monday for alleged misconduct.
The sport’s governing body cited alleged breach of the IRB Code of Conduct and Regulations Relating to the Game.
The charges were filed because the South African team Springboks wore armbands during its game against British [...]

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De Villiers threatens to resign as Springbok Rugby Coach

Having the first black Rugby coach is monumental for South Africa’s Springbok Rugby team. However, all the glory that was supposed to be felt by the team and the new coach - Peter de Villiers – has been overshadowed by controversy.
De Villiers has threatened to resign as the team’s Rugby Coach.
“I should walk away from [...]

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