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Watch South Africa’s finest rugby union teams battle in the Currie Cup, one of the oldest rugby tournaments in existence. Contested annually, this competition features teams that represent regions and provinces from across the country. With a history that spans more than 130 years, the Currie Cup’s golden trophy is South Africa’s most coveted rugby prize. 

Counting down to the start of the upcoming season? From the latest news stories and interviews to fixtures and results, we’ve got all the information you need right here at RugbyPass. Scroll to explore our Currie Cup pages.

The History of the Currie Cup

Although the first tournament was played in 1892, the foundations of the Currie Cup can be traced back to 1889. This was the year that the competition’s first matches took place. However, the actual ‘Currie Cup’ name wasn’t used for a further three years. These initial games were organised by the South Africa Rugby Board in a bid to create a national competition that represented regions from across the country. 

Despite a history that can be traced to the 19th century, the Currie Cup didn’t become an annual tournament until 1968. Prior to this, the competition was often played every two to three years, with longer gaps during World War I and II. 

The next big change came between 1996 and 2015, when the tournament expanded to include 14 teams. By 2019, 15 teams battled for supremacy. Then, in 2023, the Currie Cup took its current form.

Currie Cup Format Updates

The Currie Cup previously utilised two divisions: the top seven teams competed in the Premier Division to win the Currie Cup, while the remaining teams played in the First Division and battled for promotion. 

This was changed in 2023, when the competition structure was revised to include a Premier Division, a First Division and the Mzansi Challenge. Today, the Premier Division is contested by eight teams and the First Division is contested by six teams. These First Division teams are then joined by five international sides to compete in the Mzansi Challenge.

FAQs

When was the first edition of the Currie Cup?

The first edition of the Currie Cup was held in 1892 and it was won by Western Province. The Currie Cup is South Africa’s premier rugby union tournament and it’s contested on an annual basis. Additionally, it’s one of the oldest rugby competitions in the world.

How many teams play in the Currie Cup Premier Division?

As of 2023, eight South African teams play in the Currie Cup Premier Division. Additionally, six South African sides compete in the Currie Cup First Division. These six sides are joined by five international teams to compete in the Mzansi Challenge.

Which teams play in the Currie Cup Premier Division?

The teams playing in the 2023 Currie Cup Premier Division are: Blue Bulls, Free State Cheetahs, Golden Lions, Griffons, Griquas, Pumas, Sharks and Western Province. Additionally, six teams will play in the Currie Cup First Division.

Which teams play in the Currie Cup First Division and Mzansi Challenge?

The teams that play in the Currie Cup First Division are: Boland Cavaliers, Border Bulldogs, Eastern Province Elephants, Falcons (Valke), Leopards and SWD Eagles. These teams are joined by five international clubs for the Mzansi Challenge: Diables Barcelona, Kenya Simbas, Mexican Rhinos, Windhoek Draught Welwitschias and Zimbabwe Goshawks.

Which team has won the Currie Cup the most times?

Western Province is the team that has won the most Currie Cup titles. The side has claimed 34 Currie Cup titles to date. The team’s first Currie Cup win came in 1889 and their greatest winning streak occurred between 1982 and 1986, when they won five consecutive tournaments.

Which player has played the highest number of games in the Currie Cup?

Hugh Reece-Edwards is the player who has played in the highest number of Currie Cup games. Reece-Edwards represented Natal in 165 Currie Cup matches between 1982 and 1995. This is followed by Jacques Botes (156), Helgard Müller (142), Rudi Visagie (141) and Chris Badenhorst (136).

Who has scored the most points in Currie Cup history?

Naas Botha is the player who has scored the most points in Currie Cup history. Botha represented Northern Transvaal/Blue Bulls and scored 1,699 points between 1977 and 1992. This is followed by Willem de Waal (1,412), Eric Herbert (1,402), De Wet Ras (1,210) and André Joubert (1,165).

Who has scored the most tries in Currie Cup history?

John Daniels is the player who has scored the most tries in Currie Cup history. Daniels scored 74 tries for the Golden Lions and Boland Cavaliers at the Currie Cup. This is followed by Breyton Paulse (66), Chris Badenhorst (65) and André Joubert (58).

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