Rugby World Cup

Joy Neville to referee Women’s World Cup Final

Former Ireland international player and captain, Joy Neville has been appointed to referee the final of the 2017 Women’s Rugby World Cup. The match will be between the New Zealand Black Ferns and the England […]

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HIA period becomes a fixed 10 minutes

Temporary replacement period for off-field HIA now fixed at 10 minutes Players must not return before the full 10 minutes have elapsed Amendment made with player welfare at heart Latest data indicates continued success of […]

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Women’s Rugby World Cup – Round 3 referees

With the semi final positions up for grabs, the third round of pool matches mean some all-to-play-for tie ups on Thursday (17 August 2017). And therefore, the referee appointments are crucial. Our friends at SAReferees […]

SARU president calls for criminal charges for referee abuse

In a welcome move, SA Rugby have publically condemned anti-social behaviour against match officials.  Spectators abusing and assaulting referees should have criminal charges laid against them and be prosecuted, the President of SA Rugby, Mr […]