A group of South African rugby stakeholders, including Johann Rupert, Marco Masotti, and Johan le Roux, are preparing an alternative proposal to SA Rugby's planned equity deal with the US-based ASG. The new plan aims to challenge ASG's proposed acquisition of 20% of SARU's commercial rights, scheduled for a board vote soon.
Rupert, Marco Masotti , and Johan le Roux – each holding a stake in the Vodacom Bulls , Sharks, and DHL Stormers respectively – are said to back an alternative proposal.
A group of the country’s rugby power brokers, including billionaire Johann Rupert, is reportedly compiling an offer to rival SA Rugby’s proposed equity deal with US-based Ackerley Sports Group ., Rupert, Marco Masotti, and Johan le Roux – each holding a stake in the Vodacom Bulls, Sharks, and DHL Stormers respectively – are said to back an alternative proposal.
The ASG agreement would see the Americans acquire 20% of SARU’s commercial rights for R1.3 billion, but critics have raised concerns over its financial structure, hefty commissions, and the lack of guaranteed funds.
South African Rugby ASG Johann Rupert Marco Masotti Johan Le Roux Vodacom Bulls DHL Stormers SARU Equity Deal
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