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SARU seizes control of Southern Kings ahead of Super Rugby return

The South African Rugby Union (SARU) has moved to seize control of Super Rugby franchise the Southern Kings in a bid to assist the Eastern Province Rugby Union, which is enduring financial difficulties.

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