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Zimbabwe seeks winning send-off against Canada in Nations Cup finale

The match kicks off at 02:00 CAT on Sunday 19 July, with Zimbabwean supporters able to follow the action in the early hours of the morning.

By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa Jul. 17, 2026

Zimbabwe seeks winning send-off against Canada in Nations Cup finale

Nations Cup opener: Prior returns for Tonga test

Ian Prior is back, and the Sables mean business in Denver.

By Kudakwashe Gahadzikwa Jul. 2, 2026

Nations Cup opener: Prior returns for Tonga test

Sables shift focus to Nations Cup

ZIMBABWE head coach Pieter Benade has praised his side’s effort and resilience after a 40–0 defeat to South Africa ‘A’, saying the performance offers valuable lessons

By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jun. 23, 2026

Sables gun for the odds, aim for historic wins in daunting World Cup pool

A cornerstone of their preparation will be the newly-launched World Rugby Nations Cup in 2026.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere Dec. 5, 2025

Sables gun for the odds, aim for historic wins in daunting World Cup pool

World Rugby appoint interim board for Zim

The IMC — he commented — will be made up of individuals of good repute.

By Sportscast Sep. 19, 2025

World Rugby appoint interim board for Zim

De Souza banks on speed, agility.

Zimbabwe U20 rugby team head coach, Shaun De Souza is happy with the team’s preparations and looking forward to their tournament opener against Tunisia.

By Austin Karonga Apr. 19, 2024

Zim to benefit from Rugby World Cup expansion

The Sables made the last of their two tournament appearances at the World Cup in 1991, having featured in the inaugural event four years earlier in 1987.

By Daniel Nhakaniso Oct. 29, 2023

Zim to benefit from Rugby World Cup expansion

Junior Sables target comeback with Uruguay match

Versatile second rower, Tamuka Kambani who was part of the non-travelling reserves has been roped into the squad ahead of the must-win match against Uruguay.

By Daniel Nhakaniso Jul. 20, 2023