Shimlas

Watch: Shimlas bust a move like Bafana

Centre Zane Bester intercepted the ball to score a converted try as Shimlas beat Maties to clinch a spot in the 2024 Varsity Cup final – you won’t want to miss the celebrations!

Eagles back on top, Cape giants into semis

Published by Dylan Jack on March 26, 2024

Defending champions NWU Eagles survived a late onslaught by CUT Ixias to reclaim first place in the Varsity Cup, while UCT, Maties and Shimlas all secured semi-final places.

Shimlas cruise into Varsity Cup lead

Published by Dylan Jack on March 19, 2024

UFS Shimlas safely navigated their way past city neighbours CUT, while Maties thrashed struggling UWC and Wits came from behind to share the spoils with UCT Ikeys in round five of the Varsity Cup.

Supreme Shimlas, Mighty Maties find form

Published by Dylan Jack on March 12, 2024

UFS Shimlas shrugged off a red card to beat UWC in the fourth round of the Varsity Cup, while there were bonus-point wins for Maties and the UCT Ikeys.

Shimlas snatch Varsity Cup cracker

Published by Grant Craze on March 4, 2024

Replacement loose forward Henri van Heerden scored a last-minute try to give Shimlas a first win in seven years over the defending champions NWU Eagles at Shimla Park.

Watch: UJ wing finishes incredible try

UJ’s record try-scorer Prince Nkabinde was on hand to finish off a sensational team move during the Varsity Cup clash with Shimlas on Monday.

Makhaza fires UCT to opening win

Published by Grant Craze on February 19, 2024

Ntokozo Makhaza kicked 23 points as last season’s runners-up UCT Ikeys commenced their 2024 Varsity Cup campaign in style with an impressive victory against Shimlas at Shimla Park.