Super 15

SEASON 2013 PLAYER STATS

May 7, 2013
Posted by bryce_in_oz
SEASON 2013 PLAYER STATS

All the leading player statistics after round 12 of this years S15… Most Points 1. Gareth Anscombe (Chiefs) 163 2. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 148 3. Christian Lealiifano (Brumbies) 140 4. Patrick Lambie (Sharks) 119 5. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 106 5. James O’Connor (Rebels) 106 7. Brendan McKibbin (Waratahs) 105 8. Joe Pietersen (Stormers) 104...
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Stormers’ R10 million risk

March 8, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

The return on a R10m investment by the Western Province Rugby Union could become a massive talking point if the Stormers lose to the Chiefs at Newlands on Saturday.
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‘Bulls’ worst in 5 years’ – Ludeke

March 3, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

Bulls coach Frans Ludeke made it blatantly clear that he rated his side’s performance as one of the worst in his tenure as mentor of the side.
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Kings on a road to nowhere

February 24, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

Even with a surprising win the Kings will suffer for the way in which SARU handled the whole episode surrounding their entry into Super Rugby
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Oz mob introduces ref cam

February 20, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

New Zealand referee Chris Pollock’s decision making will be under closer scrutiny than usual during the Australian Super Rugby derby between the Queensland Reds and NSW Waratahs in Brisbane on Saturday.
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Dowwe Superreeks skop af

February 17, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

Die Mol ys as hy dink daar lê nog ’n hele 22 weke van dié tjommel-kompetisie voor.
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Rathbone to start for Brumbies in season opener

February 11, 2013
Posted by bryce_in_oz
Rathbone to start for Brumbies in season opener

He’s fought a deep, dark battle with depression and now Clyde Rathbone has fought his way back into the ACT Brumbies starting line-up, making his fairytale return to Super Rugby complete. Date February 11, 2013 – 4:04PM David Polkinghorne Clyde Rathbone is tackled by Gareth Clouston of the ACT XV, during the Super Rugby...
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John Smit could play for Stormers

January 23, 2013
Posted by Boertjie

UPDATE: Allister Coetzee has dismissed reports indicating that former Springbok captain John Smit could turn out for the Cape franchise in this year’s Super Rugby competition.
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Kings to appeal Saru move

August 16, 2012
Posted by Boertjie

Southern Kings president Cheeky Watson says they will appeal the one-year Super Rugby agreement handed to them by the South African Rugby Union (SARU).
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And the winner is……

August 1, 2012
Posted by Deon
And the winner is……

As with the games over the weekend, the Rat Race for the pair of Oakley sunglasses turned out to be a closely fought affair.
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Season 2012 Player Stats (Round 14)

May 31, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz
Season 2012 Player Stats (Round 14)

All the statistical leaders: most points, tries, runs and more. Source Most Points 1. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 184 2. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 165 3. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 158 4. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 145 5. Patrick Lambie (Sharks) 128 6. Tom Taylor (Crusaders) 123 7. Michael Harris (Reds) 111 8. Christian Lealiifano (Brumbies) 109 9....
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This is Africa: It’s a Bull rush en route to the stadium

April 21, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz
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It will take only a few moments for our Brumbies tour rookies to realise we’re the enemy when we board our bus to Loftus Versfeld on Sunday morning. Pat McCabe April 20, 2012 The drive from our hotel in Pretoria to the stadium is one of the most daunting experiences for any rugby player....
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Round 8 Player Stats.

April 17, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz
Round 8 Player Stats.

Phil Kearns would be ecstatic that the current leading try-scorer in the competition is none other than powerful fatty Sona Taumalolo… SEASON 2012 PLAYER STATS (ROUND 8 ) Most Points 1. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 127 2. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 102 3. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 98 4. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 95 5. Joe Pietersen (Stormers)...
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Crusaders 31, Stormers 24

April 14, 2012
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This match is our Super Rugby match of the week and we strongly suggest that if possible you watch it as it will televised across the world. It should be a huge match. Sean Maitland on the run for the Crusaders This match pits the current Super Rugby leading team the Stormers against the...
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Brumbies 37, Rebels 6

April 14, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz
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Despite a front-row crisis of sorts at the Rebels and a few positional changes for both sides and Jake White rotating some of his first choice players this game is shaping up to be a cracker. Super Rugby, Saturday, 14 April 2012 – Round 8 – Canberra Stadium Kick-off 19.40PM (AEST), 11.40 (RSA), 21.40...
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Formidable Stormers show unity

April 12, 2012
Posted by Deon
Formidable Stormers show unity

Ferocious forward deeds created the “big black blanket” phrase used to describe the All Black pack.
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Player stats Round 6

April 4, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz
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The season heads towards the mid-point and the leader-boards starting to make some interesting reading. Source SEASON 2012 PLAYER STATS (ROUND 6) Most Points 1. Johan Goosen (Cheetahs) 98 2. Beauden Barrett (Hurricanes) 86 3. Joe Pietersen (Stormers) 73 3. Morne Steyn (Bulls) 73 5. Aaron Cruden (Chiefs) 71 6. Christian Lealiifano (Brumbies) 65...
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Stormers no happy chappies

March 25, 2012
Posted by Boertjie

Stormers skipper Jean de Villiers says his unbeaten side will have to turn it up a notch if they are to compete with the Bulls next week.
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Elton Jantjes out for a month blow for Lions

March 13, 2012
Posted by DavidS
Elton Jantjes out for a month blow for Lions

The Lions have been struck another pulverizing blow ahead of their bye week as Monday’s medical revealed Jantjes will be out for a month.
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Two key injury withdrawals shake Lions

March 9, 2012
Posted by DavidS
Two key injury withdrawals shake Lions

The Lions have been hit by two key injury withdrawals ahead of the Sharks clash with Elton Jantjes and Patric Cilliers out of the game.
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Lions stick to the tried and tested combinations for Cheetahs opener

February 22, 2012
Posted by DavidS
Lions stick to the tried and tested combinations for Cheetahs opener

The Lions have stuck to the combinations that won CC2011 for their opener against the Cheetahs.
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Ten ways to improve rugby

February 22, 2012
Posted by Boertjie

The national obsession starts up again this week. Here’s a few improvement ideas for rugby.
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IT’s BACK!!! And here’s the prizes!

February 12, 2012
Posted by Deon
IT’s BACK!!! And here’s the prizes!

Yes the Super 15 kicks off in less than 14 days and Ruggaworld again brings you the RAT RACE.
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Will SA force a Super21 by 2018?

February 7, 2012
Posted by Boertjie

However well intentioned – the aim being to get black players into rugby – the Kings are a pet project of the SARU. Expecting the other SANZAR partners to change so soon into a five-year broadcast deal to cater for it is bull headed.
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Will S15 crowds keep dwindling?

February 7, 2012
Posted by Boertjie

Dwindling crowd attendances are never a good omen in any sport or competition. The bad news is that it’s what we are facing in Super Rugby, particularly in Australia and New Zealand.
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Brumbies easily account for Force in trial

February 6, 2012
Posted by bryce_in_oz

Brumbies coach Jake White has enjoyed a dream start with his new Super Rugby side after they cruised to a 25-0 trial victory over the Western Force at Rugby Park in Darwin on Saturday night. February 5, 2012 Brumbies 25 Force 0 In what was the first trial match of the year for both...
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Bryce Lawrence won’t ref Super 15 in SA

January 24, 2012
Posted by DavidS
Bryce Lawrence won’t ref Super 15 in SA

Arch enemy Bryce Lawrence has been snubbed by SANZAR refs for games in SA
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Lion squad for Stormers game on Friday

January 24, 2012
Posted by DavidS
Lion squad for Stormers game on Friday

The Lions have named their team for the DHL pre-season warm up.
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