Cheetahs primed to pounce on Boks
Head coach Hawies Fourie is excited for the Cheetahs to test themselves against a Springbok-powered Sharks lineup when the local rivals clash in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
Head coach Hawies Fourie is excited for the Cheetahs to test themselves against a Springbok-powered Sharks lineup when the local rivals clash in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
The Vodacom Bulls, Sharks, Lions and Cheetahs kicked off their respective Champions and Challenge cup campaigns on a winning note as five SA teams returned to European club competition.
Ruan Pienaar kicked 18 points to help the Cheetahs open the 2023-24 European Challenge Cup with a comprehensive victory over Zebre in Parma on Saturday.
The Cheetahs have named a settled matchday squad, welcoming back two loanees from Wales, for their Challenge Cup opener against Zebre on Saturday.
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The Cheetahs tackle Zebre Parma in Italy in their Challenge Cup opener on Saturday, and head coach Hawies Fourie is eyeing a strong run in the tournament.
Veteran playmaker Ruan Pienaar has been included in the Cheetahs squad for their European Challenge Cup opener against Zebre in Parma.
South Africa’s second assault on European club rugby kicks off this weekend, with all five top franchises involved in the Champions and Challenge cups.
Three key players from the Cheetahs have joined Vodacom URC club Ospreys on a short-term loan, as part of a player development partnership between the teams.
The Cheetahs are the reported subject of interest from the owners of Welsh club Ospreys, which could result in a host of players moving to Swansea.