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Zimbabwe Rugby Union's Parirenyatwa resigns

Acting President of the Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU), Tapfuma Parirenyatwa, has tendered his resignation, bringing an end to his brief tenure at the helm of Zimbabwean rugby administration. In a letter addressed to the ZRU board on Thursday,…

Published: 02 Aug 2025 at 10:16hrs | 188 | by Staff reporter

Heroes' welcome for Africa's second-best Rugby team

Jubilant scenes erupted at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport on Tuesday evening as hundreds of ecstatic rugby fans turned out to welcome the Zimbabwe national rugby team, the Sables, following their historic triumph at the Rugby …

Published: 23 Jul 2025 at 09:18hrs | 395 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe reach first Rugby World Cup since 1991

Zimbabwe have qualified for the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991 after beating Namibia 30-28 in the Rugby Africa Cup final in Kampala.It means they will be among 24 teams at the 2027 World Cup in Australia.They will be making …

Published: 19 Jul 2025 at 21:38hrs | 615 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Sables on the brink of World Cup qualification

The Zimbabwe Sables are just one victory away from booking their place at the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia after a thrilling 29-23 semi-final win over Kenya at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Kampala, Uganda, yesterday.The hard-fought t…

Published: 14 Jul 2025 at 07:46hrs | 201 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Sables cruise psst Morocco in Rugby Africa cup opener

Zimbabwe's Sables launched their Rugby Africa Cup campaign in emphatic style on Tuesday, thumping Morocco's Atlas Lions 43-08 to secure a place in the tournament semi-finals.Flyhalf Ian Prior delivered a commanding man-of-the-match perform…

Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 13:29hrs | 214 | by Staff reporter

Hartsfield Rugby Grounds gets major facelift boost

Hartsfield Rugby Grounds, the revered home of Zimbabwean rugby, is undergoing a long-awaited revival as restoration efforts gain momentumâ€”bolstered by a vital donation of field maintenance equipment from local sponsor Spin City.The donat…

Published: 17 May 2025 at 11:59hrs | 70 | by Staff reporter

8 Zimbabwe schools participate at SA sports festival

As the world marked the Easter holiday in honour of Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection, symbolising hope, life, and triumph over adversity, St Dunstan's College in Rynfield, Benoni brought that spirit to life through sport, hosting an exhil…

Published: 22 Apr 2025 at 09:37hrs | 789 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe-born Darrien Landsberg eyes 'bigger goals'

WHEN you hear Darrien Landsberg talk, you can understand why he is an all-action figure on the pitch for the Lions.The No 5 lock is an energetic presence for the Johannesburg franchise, and has taken his game to the next level this season.…

Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 13:49hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's tourism sector leads GDP growth in 2024

With 2024 drawing to a close, Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister Barbara Rwodzi has hailed the year as a monumental success for Zimbabwe's tourism sector. Speaking in Victoria Falls, where she led a meet-and-greet campaign with the …

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Siya Kolisi lands in Victoria Falls

Siya Kolisi, the South African rugby World Cup-winning captain, arrived in Victoria Falls yesterday at the invitation of Tag Rugby Trust Zimbabwe (TRTZ). The iconic rugby star has already made his mark by holding an inspiring coaching sess…

Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:43hrs | 114 | by Staff reporter

5 key Sables players ruled out of South Korea clash

Zimbabwe's senior men's rugby team, the Sables, will be missing five key players in their upcoming game against South Korea this Saturday at the South East Rugby Stadium, as they wrap up their Middle East and Asia tour. This tour has alrea…

Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 18:35hrs | 171 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Sables set to test their mettle in UAE, South Korea

The Sunday NewsAs part of their campaign to qualify for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia, Zimbabwe's senior men's rugby team, the Sables, will embark on a crucial tour of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and South Korea in November. Thi…

Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 12:20hrs | 162 | by Staff reporter

Siya Kolisi's marriage crumbles

Springbok rugby player Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel on Tuesday afternoon, released a joint statement announcing that they have decided to end their marriage.The shocking news comes just after the couple returned to South Africa from Fra…

Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 19:45hrs | 2451 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo twins make waves in Zimbabwe rugby scene

The dream of many young athletes is to one day play alongside their siblings at the highest level of their sport. Rugby, in particular, has a rich history of sibling duos leaving an indelible mark on the game. From New Zealand's renowned B…

Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:10hrs | 369 | by Staff reporter

Zkimbabwe's Sables end Namibia jinx

Zimbabwe 32 - 10 NamibiaZimbabwe's Sables secured a historic victory over Namibia in the 2024 Africa Cup semi-final, breaking a 23-year losing streak against their regional rivals. The last win against Namibia was in 2001 at the Confederat…

Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 07:32hrs | 126 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe lady Sables edge Zambians

In a closely contested match, Zimbabwe's Women's National Rugby Team, the Lady Sables, secured a thrilling 26-25 victory over Zambia in Lusaka on Saturday. This win is significant as it reverses their previous defeat against Zambia in Hara…

Published: 24 Jun 2024 at 15:28hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Tom Curry's malicious allegation against Bongi Mbonambi dismissed

World Rugby has concluded there is "insufficient evidence" to suggest that South Africa's Bongi Mbonambi racially abused England's Tom Curry.The governing body said there was "insufficient evidence" and the matter is deemed closed!FULL WOR…

Published: 26 Oct 2023 at 09:22hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Junior Sables go down fighting against Scotland

ZIMBABWE'S Under-20 rugby team put on a thrilling second half performance but their efforts were in vain as they  began their World Rugby Under 20 Trophy campaign against Scotland with a 64-33 defeat in their Pool A opener at Nyayo St…

Published: 16 Jul 2023 at 09:18hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe-born Italian rugby star recounts farm invasions horror

Sebastian Negri still remembers the gunshots. A staccato volley piercing the still Zimbabwean night. He was eight years old when a violent gang of war veterans came to seize his family farm. Around the turn of the millennium, Robert Mugabe…

Published: 12 Feb 2023 at 07:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Cheetahs out of World Cup after Canada loss

ZIMBABWE'S national rugby sevens side the Cheetahs, will face Hong  Kong in the bowl competition quarterfinals this morning after they began their campaign at the 2022 Rugby World Cup Sevens with a 31-7 loss against Canada here yester…

Published: 10 Sep 2022 at 06:21hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

ZRU releases Sables provisional squad

THE Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU) has released an enlarged provisional Sables' squad, which also incorporates the Goshawks squad, that will do battle in the Currie Cup tournament in South Africa next month.The national men's team will compete…

Published: 09 Mar 2022 at 06:55hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Cheetahs face tough route to Tokyo

A TOUGH test awaits Zimbabwe's national rugby sevens side in their bid to book a ticket to the Tokyo Olympic Games after they were drawn in Pool A alongside Ireland, Samoa, Tonga and Mexico for the upcoming World Rugby Sevens Repechage in …

Published: 12 May 2021 at 06:41hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Scottish-born, New Zealand-bred rugby star relishing Zimbabwe Sables dance

HE was born in Glasgow in Scotland to Zimbabwean parents, grew up in New Zealand, where he honed his rugby skills at the famed Waikato Rugby Academy, had stints in his native country with the PRO14 side Edinburgh Rugby and the Scotland Sev…

Published: 18 Apr 2021 at 09:14hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

All about NRL tipping competitions

Most NRL tipping competitions have been ready since early February, and Rugby fans particularly in Australia are looking forward to being part of them. Tipping competitions allow users to pick their choices & compete against a global o…

Published: 15 Apr 2021 at 12:59hrs | 41 | by Staff Writer

ZRU names star studded Sables squad

THE Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU) have started preparations for the sports resumption announcing an expanded squad in preparation for the qualifiers for Olympic Games and the 2023 World Cup qualifiers.A total of 17 medium and high risk sport …

Published: 23 Mar 2021 at 09:25hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Sables tipped for World Cup

The whimper of the past 30 years is turning into a growl. Zimbabwe, Africa's first ever representative at a Rugby World Cup in 1987, is starting to wake up â€” and the ambition is a first World Cup appearance since 1991.Springbok tight hea…

Published: 21 Dec 2020 at 06:21hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Global rugby stars back Sables

SEVERAL former and current international rugby stars, who trace their roots to Zimbabwe have thrown their weight behind the Sables' bid to qualify for the 2023 World Cup to be held in France after taking up roles as ambassadors of the team…

Published: 29 Nov 2020 at 06:54hrs | 40 | by Staff reporter

David Pocock set for return to Zimbabwe

ZIMBABWE-BORN David Pocock, one of the finest rugby union players to represent Australia, has announced his retirement from the sport to pursue his interests in grassroots rugby and conservation in his country of birth.The 32-year-old flan…

Published: 25 Oct 2020 at 08:27hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

De Villiers fires salvo at ZRU after sacking

FORMER Springbok coach Peter de Villiers has lashed out at the Zimbabwe Rugby Union (ZRU) after reports that he had been fired as the Sables' head coach. De Villiers was appointed Zimbabwe head coach in February 2018 with a mandate to qual…

Published: 30 May 2019 at 07:48hrs | 28 | by Staff reporter

Mandivenga named Zimbabwe Rugby Academy skipper

Zimbabwe Rugby Academy has named Brendan Mandivenga as the team's captain ahead of their inaugural stint in the SuperSport Rugby Challenge in South Africa.Mandivenga has since High School been one of Zimbabwe's gems as a prolific backline …

Published: 03 May 2019 at 07:50hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter

Acid Test for Zimbabwe Rugby Academy as they face Border Bulldogs

It will be a tough test for the Zimbabwe Rugby Academy when they face the Border Bulldogs on Sunday (April 28) at 1430hrs in the debut appearance at the SuperSport Rugby Challenge at the Sisa Dukashe Stadium, East London.The spirited Zimba…

Published: 27 Apr 2019 at 16:19hrs | 38 | by APO

Chavhanga excited about new Zimbabwe role

AFTER a remarkable career which saw him rise from humble beginnings in Zimuto to become the fastest rugby player on the planet at the peak of his athletic powers, record-breaking former South Africa star wing Tonderai Chavhanga has always …

Published: 21 Apr 2019 at 08:54hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe paid dearly for another slow start in addition to a series of errors

Madagascar's resilience and crafty ball handling skills got earned them promotion into the Under-20 Barthes Cup after they broke the hearts of spirited Zimbabwe 25-27 at Prince Edward High School.This win for Madagascar comes of the back o…

Published: 20 Apr 2019 at 16:00hrs | 40 | by APO

Peter de Villiers to quit Sables

ZIMBABWE national rugby team coach Peter de Villiers could fail to see out his two-year contract as Sables coach after revealing that he is considering quitting his post due to family reasons.The 61-year-old former Springbok coach told the…

Published: 26 Oct 2018 at 06:57hrs | 23 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's Rugby Revolution: How Victory and the Internet are Changing Perceptions

When it comes to rugby in Africa, South Africa has always been the game's continental home. Although the country's reputation had been established before 2007, the Springbokâ€™s Rugby World Cup victory over England cemented their reputatio…

Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 12:09hrs | 24 | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabwean born shows why he is the class act of international rugby

Wallaby David Pocock has again shown why he is the class act of international rugby.According to the Stuff website, rather than chasing play, Pocock went to the aid of All Black Ryan Crotty immediately after the centre was floored by a hit…

Published: 20 Aug 2018 at 08:28hrs | 29 | by Sport24

Beast surprises Milton rugby team

CELEBRATED rugby star, Tendai "Beast" Mtawarira, made a surprise visit to Milton High School's first team rugby, the Milton Elephants, and gave a motivational talk and held a mini training session at the school on Tuesday.Mtawarira, who be…

Published: 06 Jul 2018 at 07:14hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter

Tunisia blame Zim over rugby accommodation debacle

The Tunisia Rugby Union has hit back with a strongly worded statement following revelations that the Zimbabwe national team were forced to sleep on the streets of Tunis on Monday night. On Tuesday, Rugby Africa issued a statement apologisi…

Published: 04 Jul 2018 at 17:15hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter

Tunisia accepts responsibility for Zim rugby accommodation mess

Rugby Africa and the Tunisia Rugby Union have apologised to the Zimbabwean national team after they were forced to sleep on the streets of the north African country.Images have surfaced on social media (see below) of the Zimbabwe national …

Published: 03 Jul 2018 at 11:37hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe national rugby team forced to sleep on the streets of Tunisia

The Zimbabwe rugby team has reportedly taken to sleeping on the streets of Tunisia allegedly as a result lack of funds.The Zimbabweans, who lost 45-36 to Kenya in a Rugby World Cup qualifier last weekend, are in the north African country t…

Published: 03 Jul 2018 at 09:54hrs | 29 | by News24

Sables coach's moment of truth

OVER the course of his storied coaching career, that stretches over two decades, Sables coach Peter de Villiers has been called many things.Charismatic, seasoned, pioneer, wordsmith not to mention infamous, rabble-rouser, rambler and it ha…

Published: 10 Jun 2018 at 09:19hrs | 33 | by Staff reporter

Peter de Villiers prepares Zim for World Cup challenge

Zimbabwe, under the guidance of former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers, are preparing to continue their 2019 Rugby World Cup qualifying campaign.The Rugby Africa Gold Cup will take place in two weekends' time where six teams will take pa…

Published: 05 Jun 2018 at 07:25hrs | 31 | by Staff reporter

WATCH: De Villiers urges youth to aim high

ZIMBABWE senior rugby team coach, Peter de Villiers has challenged youngsters who participated in the third edition of the AMG Global Junior Rugby Coaching Festival at Falcon College to have self belief in order to achieve their dreams.Add…

Published: 06 May 2018 at 09:44hrs | 27 | by Staffr eporter

Zimbabwe seeks spot at 2019 World Cup

IT was certainly one of the more surprising appointments of 2018 when Peter De Villiers was announced as Zimbabwe's new head coach in February.His considerable task is to guide the country to their first Rugby World Cup since 1991 and only…

Published: 17 Apr 2018 at 07:14hrs | 28 | by Staff reporter

Peter de Villiers gets assistants

IT keeps getting better for the Sables with the Zimbabwe senior rugby side yesterday getting two more key members to coach Peter de Villiers's technical crew as they step up their preparations for the World Cup qualifiers.Former South Afri…

Published: 12 Apr 2018 at 07:00hrs | 29 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Appoints a former South African coach as the New National XV's Head Coach

CAPE TOWN - Peter de Villiers has officially been appointed this morning as the new head coach of Zimbabwe's national team ("the Sables"). His mission is to qualify the team for the next Rugby World Cup (Japan, 20th September - 2nd Novembe…

Published: 08 Feb 2018 at 12:17hrs | 31 | by APO

Peter de Villiers named Zimbabwe coach

Former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers has been unveiled as the new head coach of the Zimbabwe national team.READ: I warned Allister about SA Rugby - Peter de VilliersDe Villiers, who described the appointment as the "greatest day of my …

Published: 07 Feb 2018 at 12:59hrs | 26 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean-born Williams lights up English rugby

Watch Mike Williams on the pitch and you'll see a physical, hard-working forward hitting rucks and making tackles.Off it though, the Zimbabwean-born Leicester Tigers flanker has developed a love of clay pigeon shooting and a barbecue club.…

Published: 20 Nov 2017 at 05:47hrs | 29 | by Staff reporter

All Blacks 57 - 0 Springbok

The All Blacks eclipsed their record for a winning margin against a Springbok team that was notched the previous time these teams met as they routed their old foe 57-0 in a Castle Lager Rugby Championship match at QBE Stadium in Albany on …

Published: 16 Sep 2017 at 12:18hrs | 26 | by Supersport

Former players donate kit to Highlanders Rugby FC

FORMER players have donated new playing kit to Highlanders Rugby Football Club for use in the Intercity League.Highlanders Rugby Football Club chairman Themba Phiri received the donation of 23 jerseys and shorts, and 26 pairs of socks from…

Published: 13 Jun 2017 at 06:51hrs | 35 | by Staff reporter

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