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Indeche and Ovwamu to make Kenya Simbas debut in South Africa

Collins Indeche is tackled by Christopher Otieno of Buffaloes during the Rugby Super Series 2024 match at RFUEA. May 4, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kabras Sugar’s Collins Indeche and Samuel Ovwamu of Menengai Oilers will make their senior international …

Club World Cup: A gimmick, or true test for rugby’s best?

Ruck&Maul Column The journey to a possible rugby version of the Club World Cup got off to a shaky start last week. The Telegraph newspaper in London, who has previously reported on the progress of such a tournament, wrote last Friday that a 16-team …

The Wayne Pivac interview: The man I think should coach Wales and the job I'd like in Welsh rugby

Wayne Pivac knows better than most how tough the Welsh rugby landscape can be. The 62-year-old led Wales to a Six Nations title in 2021 and a historic first win over South Africa on their own turf a year later. Yet, despite those highs, he was dismissed …

Lions captain Maro Itoje included on list of 10 highest earning rugby players

Forget boot deals and post-match interviews — the real action is in the bank accounts. With global leagues opening their wallets wider than ever, the top end of rugby union has never looked so plush. Join RUCK’s Instagram broadcast channel and get the …

Today's rugby news as future Wales star 'outstanding' and Scarlets hit with play-off blow

Here are your rugby headlines for Wednesday, May 28. Future Wales star has been 'outstanding' Dragons head coach Filo Tiatia has admitted the club had little choice but to lean heavily on emerging talent Ryan Woodman during a bruising United Rugby …

Ireland great: Jacques Nienaber’s defence can win a Rugby World Cup but not the Champions Cup

Leinster and Ireland great Shane Horgan has expressed doubt about Jacques Nienaber’s defensive system and believes that it is not “an ideal basis” for winning the Investec Champions Cup. The Irish province go into the knockout stages of the United Rugby …

AFRICA RUGBY CUP : Uganda hires services of South African coach

AFRICA RUGBY CUP : Uganda hires services of South African coach The Uganda Rugby Cranes coaching team has been boosted with the addition of former South Africa International player Zane Kirchner (Kachina) ahead the Rugby Africa Cup due at the Mandela …

Crescent School raises over £1,350 for Rugby-based charity Bwengu Projects Malaw...

On Tuesday 20 May, local Rugby resident Sam Melia, from the charity Bwengu Projects Malawi, visited Crescent School to receive a cheque for £1,351. The cheque was presented by Year 4 pupils, Joshua and Flora, on behalf of the Year 4 classes in morning …

Rugby union yellow cards: the sin bin explained

Yellow cards in rugby union are slightly different to those found in other sports. They are given when dangerous/foul play or unfair play come into the game. A rugby union yellow card can be awarded for dangerous/foul play that doesn’t meet the …

Rugby Africa dangles suspension on Cameroon

Rugby Africa, in a letter sent to the Ministry of Sports and Physical Education early this month, urged the ministry to dissolve the current executive of FECARUGBY. The continental governing body in a recommendation signed by its president, Herbert Mensah, …

Mzi Mpofu wants to put EP rugby back on map

Premium By George Byron - 27 May 2025 Changing negative perceptions about EP Rugby and getting the Elephants promoted to the Currie Cup Premier Division are priorities for the union’s newly appointed general manager, Mzi Mpofu. A deep love of EP rugby …

Rugby World Cup Winners

Expand Rugby World Cup Fixtures 2023 The Rugby World Cup 2023 fixtures concluded with… A rundown of the Rugby World Cup groups… Expand 2019 Rugby World Cup TV Coverage Held in Japan for the first time, make… 2003 – England beat Australia 20-17 England were …

Top 10 highest paid rugby union players as Richie Mo’unga TRIPLES salary in Japan but misses out on number one spot

Owen Farrell has come out atop of a list of the highest paid rugby union players, with the Racing 92 fly-half bringing home a massive £1.2m per season in France. The England international, who is currently ineligible for his country due to playing club …

South Africa and Wales talents dominate 16-player shortlist for major URC award

Springbok, Ireland and Wales stars are among the 16-player shortlist for the URC Next-Gen award after stellar domestic seasons. The award is open to players under the age of 23 at the beginning of the season, but have no more than five Test caps at that …

EPCR to launch Rugby World Club Cup, renews BeIN rights deal in France

The European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) club competition organizing body has confirmed that it will launch its first Rugby World Club Cup in 2028 after unanimous agreement from leagues and unions. Ahead of the EPCR Champions Cup final between …

What's just happened to six young Welsh rugby players hints at brighter times on horizon

Six Welsh players have been nominated for the United Rugby Championship's Next-Gen player of the season award. Scarlets trio Blair Murray, Ellis Mee and Macs Page are all up for the award, as are Ospreys fly-half Dan Edwards, Dragons centre Aneurin …

EP Rugby considering outside investor in union

Premium By George Byron - 27 May 2025 Radical plans to overhaul EP Rugby’s constitution have been drawn up so that a powerful commercial arm can be created to facilitate negotiations with an interested cash-flush equity partner. The far-reaching proposals …

How the Club World Cup might reshape SA rugby strategies

The URC could take a backseat as South African teams chase a potentially lucrative Club World Cup spot, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer was spot-on when he said the introduction of a Club World Cup will force South African franchises …

Trinity Christian Junior set for Zambia rugby tourney

Jan-Christian Buchwitz Receives Excellence Award at International Speaker Slam for Talk on Purposeful Living

Former pastor and life coach honored among 200 participants from 26 countries at global speaking event in Wiesbaden WETTERZEUBE/WIESBADEN, GERMANY, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jan-Christian Buchwitz, a German speaker and life coach, …

Chesapeake Bay Motoring Festival is June 7-8 on Kent Island

CHESTER, MD, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Car enthusiasts and maritime aficionados can get their motors running for a weekend of elegance and motoring excellence at the 9th annual Chesapeake Bay Motoring Festival, set for …

I Challenge Diabetes Announces Critical Support from The Richard and Jacob Buzbuzian Family Foundation

TORONTO, ON, CANADA, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- I Challenge Diabetes is proud to announce a generous contribution from The Richard and Jacob Buzbuzian Family Foundation. “This heartfelt gift came at a pivotal moment for our …

San Marcos Organization Brings Affordable and Competitive Club Basketball to North County Youth

San Marcos Basketball offers scholarships to provide local youth with opportunities for tournament play and summer camps, expanding the basketball experience. SAN MARCOS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a region where …

Forum Health Expands Virtual Platform Acquiring Leading National Functional Medicine Thyroid Program

Forum Health expands virtual care with acquisition of Integrated Health Center of the Rockies, focused on women's thyroid and metabolic health. FLINT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forum Health, LLC, a nationwide network of …

New Fitness Approach Encourages Training Without Smartphone Distractions

More athletes and trainers embrace smartphone-free workouts to improve focus, boost performance, and enhance training efficiency. NEUMARKT, BAYERN, GERMANY, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More and more athletes, trainers, and fitness studios …

AVACEN Medical Featured in Biohack Yourself New Documentary

Season 1 Now Streaming on Amazon Prime Video CARLSBAD, CA, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AVACEN Medical (AVACEN), a leading developer and manufacturer of noninvasive, FDA-Cleared Class II thermotherapy medical devices, …

Upper Deck Unveils Industry-First Trading Card Authentication for Highly Coveted Rookie Auto Patch Cards

CARLSBAD, Calif., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Upper Deck, the global collectibles company that pioneered the trading card security hologram, today announced it is expanding its industry-leading advances in anti-counterfeit technology with a card …

Big Moves Ahead: PicklePlay’s Next Chapter Unfolds

With the backing of UTR Sports, PicklePlay has accelerated plans to enhance the experience for pickleball players with strategic growth strategies. IA, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the sport of pickleball continues to see …

Newton Golf Company (NASDAQ: NWTG) Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Listing Requirements

CAMARILLO, Calif., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN – Newton Golf Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: NWTG), a technology-driven golf shaft manufacturer, today announced that it has received formal notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) confirming …

Pure Wellness Expands to 5 Delaware Locations with New Website for Better Chiropractic Care Access

Pure Wellness Chiropractic Launches New Website and Expands to Five Delaware Locations to Better Serve Patients Seeking Natural, Whole-Body Health MIDDLETOWN, DE, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pure Wellness Chiropractic, …

Better By Bike Launches Free Bike Care Workshop to Empower Local Riders

Better By Bike Launches Free Bike Care Workshop to Empower Local Riders MURWILLUMBAH, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Northern Rivers-based e-bike hire company Better By Bike is inviting locals and visitors to build …

Shockingly Successful: Jemima Steinhart’s Blueprint for Revolutionizing Fitness with EMS

Sedentary lifestyles have quietly become a health crisis, likened to a modern-day smoking epidemic MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What if hours at the gym could be replaced with just 20 minutes for life-changing …

HaloTurf and PurOxy Collaborate in New Sponsorship Initiative to Support Local Little

HaloTurf’s new initiative combines community sponsorships with PurOxy’s turf cleaning technology to benefit local Little Leagues. LOS ALAMITOS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HaloTurf, an artificial turf installer based in …

The Preventive Measures Foundation Rallied for Mental Wellness at A Million Steps Walk, Reaching $25K Fundraising Goal

The Preventive Measures Foundation Rallied for Mental Wellness at A Million Steps Walk, Reaching $25K Fundraising Goal ALLENTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lehigh Valley community gathered to walk for mental …

Road in Ridgeland, South Carolina, named for late father of SCDNR Director

Decorated World War II soldier Charles Mullikin, father of SCDNR Director Tom Mullikin, honored with namesake thruway COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The late Charles F. “Charlie” Mullikin, a celebrated World War …

German Coach Sebastian Boncol Contributes to World Record at International Speaker Slam

Sebastian Boncol delivers a powerful talk on fitness and mindset at the Speaker Slam, helping set a new world record. BRUCHSAL, BADEN-WüRTTEMBERG, GERMANY, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sebastian Boncol motivates at the world record slam …

Global Gaming Market Size Forecast to Reach USD 436.68 Billion by 2030, Says Mordor Intelligence

The Global Gaming Market is Segmented by Gaming Type (Console, Tablet, Smartphone, Downloaded/Box PC, and Browser PC) and Geography. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a 2025 report by Mordor …

Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC) Announces Exciting Championship Weekend Lineup Featuring Bow Wow

Tickets range from $32 for general admission to $225 for all-access VIP FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Women's National Football Conference (WNFC), the nation’s premier professional women’s football league, …

Corporate Quarters USA Acquires Revalant Consulting, Appoints James Higgins as President and CEO

Corporate Quarters USA acquires Revalant Consulting and names James Higgins CEO, aiming to boost growth and innovation in corporate housing. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Corporate Quarters USA (www.staycqusa.com …