Cape Town is home to its very own world class rugby stadium (Newlands) and rugby team (The Stormers). The stadium was first built and first match played on the 31st May 1890 when Stellenbosch defeated Villagers in front of a crowd of just over 2,000 people. The stadiums current sponsor is the mobile phone company Vodacom, with the Stormers also being sponsored by Vodacom, the stadium is owned by WP Rugby (Western Province Rugby).
The Stormers play in the Super 14 rugby league, which has 4 teams from Australia, 5 teams from New Zealand and 5 teams from South Africa which sees the Newlands stadium host many matches through out the year.
Important Contacts:
The Stormers
Official website of the Stormers rugby team.
Computicket
Make bookings for all matches at Newlands rugby ground through Computicket.
083 915 8000:
It is also possible to buy tickets through the call center with a credit card.
Newlands Tours
Visit the famous Newlands Rugby Ground and experience the view from the field.
2009 Lions Tour results
All the results from the Lions tour of South Africa
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