UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

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Ruan Venter signs three-year contract extension with the Lions

Flank Ruan Venter will remain with the Lions until at least June 2028 after signing a three-year contract extension with the Johannesburg-based outfit.

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Sharks suffer heavy defeat against Toulouse in opening Champions Cup match

The Sharks' miserable start to the 2025/26 season continued as they were beaten 19-56 by Toulouse in the Champions Cup on Sunday.

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Eben Etzebeth left devastated by hefty ban, says outgoing Sharks boss John Plumtree

Sharks head coach John Plumtree revealed that Eben Etzebeth is reeling in the wake of his 12-match ban but will still be helping out on the training field.

JOHNNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 22: Julian Redelinghuys of the Lions during the Emirates Lions training session and mixed zone at Johannesburg Stadium in November 22, 2023 in Johannesbur

Lions’ Loftus upset fuels confidence ahead of EPCR Clash

Lions forward coach Julian Redelinghuys says the side has drawn valuable lessons from their heavy United Rugby Championship defeat to Benetton earlier this season, lessons they intend to put to use when the teams meet again in the EPCR Challenge Cup at Ellis Park on Saturday at 15:00.

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Ill-disciplined Sharks slain by rampant Connacht in Galway

The Sharks were woeful as they went down 44-17 in their United Rugby Championship clash with Connacht in Ireland on Saturday night.

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Stormers fight back to beat Munster and maintain perfect URC record

The Stormers preserved their flawless United Rugby Championship campaign with a stirring 27-21 victory over Munster at Thomond Park on Saturday.

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