The Currie Cup has reinvented itself as a feeder competition that unites the best of South Africa’s young players with seasoned campaigners, writes MARK KEOHANE.
The Currie Cup has reinvented itself as a feeder competition that unites the best of South Africa’s young players with seasoned campaigners, writes, Keohane discusses the revitalisation of rugby’s oldest competition in 2024. He notes that the professional game has evolved, prioritising the Vodacom URC and EPCR tournaments over the Currie Cup.
He believes that the absence of marquee talent and current Springboks has allowed for a focus on youth development and game time for fringe players.
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