Current season or competition: 2024 Currie Cup Premier Division | |
Sport | Rugby union |
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Instituted | 1891 |
Inaugural season | 1892 |
Number of teams | Premier Division: 8 First Division: 9 |
Country | South Africa |
Holders | Sharks (2024) |
Most titles | Western Province (34) Four shared (4) |
Broadcast partner | SuperSport SABC 2 FloSports Sky Sports Stan RugbyPass Star+ |
Related competition | Rugby Challenge |
The Currie Cup is South Africa's premier domestic rugby union competition featuring teams representing either entire provinces or substantial regions within provinces. Although it is the premier domestic competition, four South African franchises also compete in the United Rugby Championship competition, including for the 'South African Shield'. for the highest placed South African team.
Steeped in history and tradition, the Currie Cup dates back to 1891. The tournament is regarded as the cornerstone of South Africa's rugby heritage, and the coveted gold trophy remains the most prestigious prize in South African domestic rugby.[1]