South Africa’s captain Siya Kolisi lifts the Webb Ellis Cup after his side won the Rugby World Cup final against England a year ago in Japan
SYDNEY – South Africa have committed to the Rugby Championship until 2030, organising body SANZAAR said Wednesday, ending speculation the World Cup holders were set to shift to Europe.
The announcement is a boon for the game in the southern hemisphere, after coronavirus disruption tore Super Rugby apart and left question marks over the “flagship” Rugby Championship.
“The southern hemisphere rugby powers have recognised the need for change in these difficult times and have committed to an international rugby future through to 2030,” SANZAAR said in a statement.
However, the “SANZAAR entity” and domestic and provincial tournaments will also undergo “restructuring”,…
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