Even though they had been expecting the bad news, it was still like a punch to the gut when the Cheetahs heard they would not be playing in the Rainbow Cup, coach Hawies Fourie says.

While the Cheetahs are seeking new international competitions to play in, the Bulls, Sharks, Lions and Stormers will now join the 12 Europe-based PRO14 teams from next April in an expanded competition...

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