Americas Rugby News

Formally created in June 2015, this website's goal is to increase media exposure of the Tier 2 rugby nations, and create a hub with a focus on the stories of rugby in the Americas - North, Central and South.

Capó Ortega scores in comeback

Rodrigo Capó Ortega scored in his comeback match from injury. The Uruguayan touched down in the 24th minute in Castres away match today against Bordeaux. The second-rower played 46 minutes before being substituted for Victor Moreaux. He was joined in the side by fellow Rio e la Plata player, Benjamín …

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Colorado beat Utah to halt losing streak

Colorado have that winning feeling again, bringing a halt to their three-game losing streak with a decisive 22-14 win over the visiting Warriors on Saturday. Rene Ranger’s double gave the Raptors a 15-0 lead before Utah added two late scores for a more favorable end result. Points were difficult to …

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Austin comeback falls short against Old Glory

The Gilgronis recovered from a poor first half to make the game interesting, but ultimately fell by 28-19 to Old Glory in San Antonio on Saturday afternoon. Austin trailed 23-7 at halftime and had a chance to steal a win before Renata Roberts-Te Nana’s late try sealed the result. Jason …

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SR Highlights: Bulls vs Jaguares

Earlier today Los Jaguares were convincing winners. The Argentine Super Rugby side defeated the Bulls in an away fixture in Pretoria. The match was game two of a three match tour of South Africa. The team will compete away to the Sharks in their next match. Click here to access …

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Galarza and Bayonne topple Toulouse

Mariano Galarza started for Bayonne today in the club’s home win over Toulouse. The upset result underlines the unpredictability of the French domestic league. After seventeen rounds of the 2019-2020 Top 14 season, Toulouse are in 7th position. Bayonne’s win today sees the club up to 9th, but this may …

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Jaguares complete road win over Bulls

Los Jaguares completed an away bonus point win over the Bulls this afternoon in Pretoria. The 39-24 victory was by six tries to three. Los Jaguares started the match with perfection. In their first attack, fullback Santiago Carreras broke free and put Emiliano Boffelli over in the left corner. Fly …

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