June 21, 2024
Top Rugby News
The opening United Rugby Championship(URC) semi-final contest saw the Bulls take on Leinster with the hosts producing a magnificent performance to overcome the Irish giants 25-20 in Pretoria. Read more
Ronan O'Gara's side will now have the chance to enact revenge upon the team that beat them in last year's French Top 14 final -- Toulouse emerged 29-26 victors against La Rochelle in the 2023 showpiece. Read more
The Chiefs’ might have to take on the Blues in next weekend’s Super Rugby Pacific final without star forward Samisoni Taukei’aho after he was injured in their semifinal win over the Hurricanes. Read more
🏉 Battle of the Giants: Bulls Triumph Over Leinster 🏆
In an unforgettable semi-final clash, the Bulls showcased their dominance in set-piece and aerial rugby, clinching their spot in the URC Final. Despite Leinster's squad of 17 test internationals, they couldn't withstand the relentless pressure from the Bulls.
Heroic performances from Johan Goosen and Sergeal Petersen, who scored three tries between them, secured a narrow five-point victory. Leinster's efforts, led by standout players James Lowe and Caelan Doris, fell just short as the Bulls' disciplined strategy and execution proved unbeatable.
A masterclass from Jake White's team, sealing another epic chapter in their URC journey.
🚨🏉 Epic Encounter: Munster's Aggression vs. Glasgow's Resolve in Semi-Final Thriller!
The rivalry was fierce as Munster and Glasgow Warriors clashed in a high-octane URC semi-final. Thomond Park was electric with tension, each tackle and play showcasing the intensity between the teams. Despite Peter O'Mahony's spirited leadership and Jack Crowley's precision, it was Glasgow who held the upper hand. Kyle Steyn and Sebastian Cancelliere's tries gave the Warriors a strong lead, with George Horne sealing the victory. Antoine Frisch's effort for Munster wasn't enough to turn the tide, as Glasgow advanced, ending Munster's reign in a gripping contest.
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United Rugby Championship - URC Final Is Here!
It's the Bulls vs. The Glasgow Warriors. Let us know your picks down below!
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Investment Round-up - who's doing what:
- MARC LASRY SPORTS FUND RAISES $445M AS IT PURSUES NWSL’S ANGEL CITY : https://www.sportico.com/business/finance/2024/marc-lasry-sports-fund-raise-angel-city-nwsl-1234784064/
- Funding To Upgrade Sporting Venue Changerooms : https://www.miragenews.com/funding-to-upgrade-sporting-venue-changerooms-1257341/
- Marc Lasry’s sports fund secures nearly half a billion in funding : https://pitchbook.com/news/articles/marc-lasry-avenue-capital-sports-fund-raise
- Sexton Signs for Kingspan, Launches Kickstart Funding Initiative for 2024: https://sportforbusiness.com/sexton-signs-for-kingspan-launches-kickstart-funding-initiative-for-2024/
- Saudi wealth fund holding talks to create boxing league : https://www.reuters.com/sports/boxing-saudi-wealth-fund-holding-talks-create-boxing-league-sources-say-2024-06-11/
- More families in need of sports funding help across the Lakeland : https://www.lakelandtoday.ca/local-news/more-families-in-need-of-sports-funding-help-across-the-lakeland-9011206
- Clubs across Spanish football’s top two divisions are benefiting from CVC Capital Partners’ game-changing cash injection – and the long-term vision is to build lasting financial sustainability across LaLiga. : https://www.sportbusiness.com/2024/06/cvcs-boost-laliga-funding-drives-growth-home-and-away/
- Youth Sports and Education Opportunity Funding available in Allegany County: https://wellsvillesun.com/blog/2024/06/14/youth-sports-and-education-opportunity-funding-available-in-allegany-county/
- Inscribed paving stones to help Keswick Rugby Club reach Big Build funding goal : https://keswickreminder.co.uk/2024/06/15/inscribed-paving-stones-to-help-keswick-rugby-club-reach-big-build-funding-goal/
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