19/06/2024
Currie Cup First Division Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches!
The Currie Cup First Division kicked off on Saturday, 15 June 2024, and what a start! The away teams were on fire, and the matches were absolutely thrilling. Here’s a quick rundown of the weekend’s action:
Valke vs. Sanlam Boland Kavaliers
Final Score: Valke 32, Sanlam Boland Kavaliers 46
This game was an absolute rollercoaster! Valke came out strong, but the Kavaliers turned things around in the second half. Duren Hoffman scored a hat-trick, and Ashlon Davids’ kicking was spot-on, securing the win for the Kavaliers.
Phangela SWD Eagles vs. Eastern Province
Final Score: Phangela SWD Eagles 19, Eastern Province 34
Eastern Province came in hot and showed everyone what they’re made of. Their attack was on point, and their defense held strong. Jayden Bantom was everywhere, scoring and making plays, leading his team to a solid victory.
Border Bulldogs vs. Leopards
Final Score: Border Bulldogs 24, Leopards 26
Talk about a nail-biter! This game went right down to the wire. The Leopards just managed to edge out the Bulldogs, thanks to Mncedisi Dlwengu’s two tries and Charles Williams’ clutch kicking.
The first round of the Currie Cup First Division has set a high bar for the rest of the season. With such intense competition and so much talent on display, we can’t wait to see what happens next. Stay tuned for more awesome rugby action! 🏉🔥