RUGBY THRILLS - what to expect this weekend

Rugby fans, get ready for an action-packed week as SuperSport brings you live coverage of some of the most thrilling rugby competitions. From the young talents in The Rugby Championship Under-20 to the fierce battles in the Super Rugby Pacific and the Vodacom United Rugby Championship, there's something for everyone.

Tune in to SuperSport Rugby (channel 211) to catch all the excitement and support your favorite teams!

The Rugby Championship Under-20

The future stars of rugby take center stage in The Rugby Championship Under-20. On May 6, watch as New Zealand faces Argentina at 13:50, followed by South Africa taking on Australia at 16:00.

These young athletes are sure to deliver high-energy performances as they compete for glory.

Super Rugby Pacific

Super Rugby Pacific continues to showcase top-tier rugby action. On May 9, the Fijian Drua will clash with the Blues at 09:00, and the Waratahs will battle the Reds at 11:30.

The excitement continues on May 10 with the Crusaders facing the Chiefs at 09:00 and the Western Force going head-to-head with the Brumbies at 11:30. Don't miss these thrilling encounters!

United Rugby Championship

The United Rugby Championship heats up with crucial Round 17 matches.

On May 9, the Hollywoodbets Sharks will take on the Ospreys at 18:55. The action the moves to Loftus where the Vodacom Bulls will take on Cardiff at 15:55, to Cape Town for DHL Stormers vs. Dragons at 18:50, and then to Ireland for the clash between Connacht and Edinburgh at 20:30. 

The excitement wraps up on May 11 with the Emirates Lions facing the Scarlets at 14:55.

RUGBY ACTION ON VARIETY 1

Additionally, catch Munster vs Ulster on May 9 at 20:30 and Leinster vs. Zebre Parma on May 10 at 18:10 on SuperSport Variety 1 (channel 206).