New owners, sponsor for Kings
A consortium of local black business people is set to buy a 51% stake in the Kings franchise.
Backline boost for Kings
The Kings have signed former Bulls duo Bjorn Basson and Ulrich Beyers for the 2018-19 Pro14 season.
Double injury blow for Cheetahs
Prop Charles Marais and lock Walt Steenkamp have been ruled out of the Cheetahs’ first two Currie Cup games of the season due to injury.
Lambie linked to Pro14 club
Springbok utility back Pat Lambie has been linked to Scottish club Edinburgh ahead of the 2018-19 Pro14 competition.
Cheetahs’ American import eager to learn
USA Eagles scrumhalf Ruben de Haas is excited at the prospect of developing his game at the Cheetahs.
Kings name to stay – for now
The Southern Kings will keep their name during the 2018-19 Pro14 season after fans were asked to vote on a potential change.
Glasgow to host Pro14 final
The Cheetahs will have their sights set on Celtic Park in Glasgow, which has been chosen to host the Pro14 final on 25 May 2019.
Mohoje to lead Cheetahs in Pro14
Springbok flank Oupa Mohoje will captain the Cheetahs during the 2018-19 Pro14 season.
Pro14 conferences unchanged
The two Pro14 conferences will remain unchanged for the 2018-19 season to ensure a balance of fixtures following the competition’s expansion last season.
Cheetahs seek success in Europe
Cheetahs coach Franco Smith wants his team to win away from home during next season’s Pro14, writes SIMON BORCHARDT in SA Rugby magazine.
