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WITS University emerged victorious on Friday night, dethroning defending champions Pirates with a hard-fought 33-22 win to claim the 2024 Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge title. WITS came out firing in the first quarter, blitzing Pirates with 21 quick points that set the tone for the rest of the match. A brace each from hooker …

WITS Dethrone Pirates to Claim the 2024 Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Title Read More »

The stage is set for an epic showdown as WITS host Pirates in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Final. Both teams, finishing 3rd and 4th in the league, defied expectations with impressive semi-final victories, taking down league leaders Randfontein and NWU, who had finished 1st and 2nd, respectively. The final will take place at …

WITS host Pirates in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Final Read More »

In a thrilling Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge encounter, Raiders narrowly defeated UJ with a final score of 18-17. The match was filled with intensity and closely contested throughout, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the very last minute. UJ got off to a flying start, scoring two tries in the opening …

Raiders Edge Out UJ in Nail-Biting Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Match Read More »

This week’s Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match sees UJ hosting Raiders in what promises to be a game filled with passion and pride. Both teams are coming off recent losses, making this encounter not just about points, but about reclaiming pride and momentum as the season nears its end. For Raiders, this match …

UJ Hosts Raiders in a Pride-Fueled Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match Read More »

In a fiercely contested Joburg derby, WITS emerged victorious over UJ with a commanding 38-0 win in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match. Despite the lopsided scoreline, the game was far from easy, with UJ putting up a strong fight, particularly in the first half. The match began as a tight contest, with …

WITS Dominates UJ in Joburg Derby Read More »

Tonight, WITS will host UJ in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. This isn’t just a battle for points on the table; it’s the Joburg derby, a fiercely contested match that carries the weight of local bragging rights. WITS head coach, Hugo Van As, emphasized the significance …

WITS Hosts UJ in High-Stakes Joburg Derby Read More »

Alberton will host Raiders in a highly anticipated match at their home ground in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match. The encounter promises to be a physical and fast-paced game, building on the history of intense clashes between these two clubs. Alberton enters the match with a solid lineup, although they will be …

Alberton Hosts Raiders in Anticipated Clash Read More »

This weekend, Randfontein Rugby Club will face one of their biggest rivals, Roodepoort, in a highly anticipated friendly match at Greenhills Stadium. Both teams are eager to test their skills and strategies, promising a thrilling encounter for fans. Randfontein enters the match with confidence, having enjoyed an unbeaten first half of the season. This game …

Randfontein Faces Roodepoort in Anticipated Friendly at Greenhills Stadium Read More »

In a fiercely contested Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge match, Pirates secured a commanding 35-5 victory over Wanderers at Greenside. The game, part of the historic Danford Cup derby, saw both teams come out with intense determination, making for an evenly matched first quarter. From Pirates’ perspective, the first part of the game was neck …

Pirates Dominate Wanderers in Historic Danford Cup Clash Read More »

The historic Danford Cup will once again be contested this Saturday as Pirates and Wanderers meet in their annual derby in Greenside in the Castle Lager Pirates Grand Challenge Feature Match. The two clubs, who have been competing for the coveted trophy since the 1940s, are set for another thrilling encounter. The club that wins …

Danford Cup up for grabs in Week 9 Read More »