BRU president, Sean Irish told Mmegi Sport that it would be the first time they are getting into a partnership with Westsure Insurance. He said the company would sponsor different BRU leagues this weekend and next year. “Westsure will also help finance a vehicle for BRU development. It is the first time the insurance will be sponsoring BRU.
They have sponsored Hogs before,” he said. Meanwhile, it will be a busy Saturday for rugby. From suits and the signing ceremony, members of the executive committee will change to sneakers and replica jerseys as the finals of different leagues take place at the Hogs ground. The most anticipated final is between Hogs and Canon Jaguars in the Super League.
It is a repeat from last season’s final where Hogs emerged victorious. Jaguars qualified for the final after coming from behind to beat BDF Cheetahs. Hogs overcame UB Rhinos at home to qualify for the final. A closely contested affair between Hogs and Jaguars is expected as both teams have a similar attacking style, which is a running game.
A running game with a strategy can destroy any defence. Hogs assistant coach, Vuyisile Moyo said preparations for the game are perfect. “Our plan looks good and the boys are ready,” he said, Despite being favourites to run away with the title, Hogs had to dig deep for a win against Rhinos during the semi-final. Moyo explained that it took them time to start to play according to the game plan. He said that is why in the first 20 minutes, the game was close but they managed to fix the flow.
“The players were rusty but they managed to get back into the game. We are also happy about the return of other players who were out playing in the national Sevens team,” he said. Jaguars manager, Feddy Mutenheri said they have proven that they are ready for action with the performance against Cheetahs. “Hogs is a tough opponent, but we are also going into this game with a win in our minds. If we believe it, we can do it. Look, every final is a big stage for everyone involved.
The two teams have worked hard to be here,” he said. The BRU Referees Commission is expected to bring a referee from outside the country. Even during the Super League semi-finals, two referees from outside the country were in charge of the matches. The women's teams will also see action, starting with the semi-finals between Savage and Hogs. Savage manager, Gorata Kgathi said things are not looking good for her side. “We do not have a training ground, players have not shown up recently and I am not even sure if they will show up for the game. I am trying to call around to see if I cannot find enough players for a line-up,” she said. The reserve league final is a battle between Hogs and LKC.
