ASG open to SA Rugby bid partnership
American investment group Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) has reportedly renewed its efforts to invest in SA Rugby (SARU) by working with a local consortium.
Altvest’s SA rugby equity pitch ‘for all’
CEO Warren Wheatley has outlined the Altvest Capital-led consortium’s ‘broad-based ownership’ vision for becoming an equity partner with SA Rugby.
Masotti makes SA Rugby equity pitch
Sharks boss Marco Masotti has stressed the need for innovative solutions to secure SA Rugby and the sport’s future in the country.
ASG to circle back on SARU equity deal?
Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) reportedly remains interested in securing a stake in SA Rugby, despite last week’s rejection of their R1.4 billion proposal by the union’s voting members.
Unions reject SA Rugby equity deal
SA Rugby resolved on Friday to turn down a proposal to accept a potential private equity investment in the sport’s commercial rights.
D-Day for SA Rugby’s equity deal
SA Rugby will reportedly move forward with Friday’s vote on a proposed equity deal with Ackerley Sports Group (ASG), despite significant opposition from its unions.
SA Rugby backs equity deal in Parliament
SA Rugby has defended its proposed equity deal with the Ackerley Sports Group (ASG), describing the R1.4 billion investment as vital for the sport’s sustainability in South Africa.
Rupert group to challenge SA Rugby equity deal
A group of the country’s rugby power brokers, including billionaire Johann Rupert, is reportedly compiling an offer to rival SA Rugby’s proposed equity deal with US-based Ackerley Sports Group (ASG).
Peyper to prep SA’s ‘elite’ whistle-blowers
Former Test referee Jaco Peyper will oversee SA Rugby’s new elite referees’ panel to better prepare South African officials to make the step up to international level.
Gayton clears up local equity deal roles
Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has confirmed that SA Rugby’s private equity deal will include SA partners, addressing concerns raised by dissenting unions ahead of a pivotal vote.
