SA Rugby steps in to rescue Southern Kings
SA Rugby stepped in on Monday to take over managing control of ailing Pro14 team Southern Kings after their majority shareholders ran into cash-flow problems.
SA Rugby said it had taken back a 74% shareholding in the franchise, which had been sold to a local consortium in 2019.
“It is our last resort and we are keen to explore ways to return the shareholding to another’s hands,” said SA Rugby president Mark Alexander. “The next step is to appoint a new board to oversee the franchise’s affairs and ensure the team is match ready for when we are able to resume playing.”
All staff and players have been retained and a finance team appointed to work with the franchise administrators on ensuring salary payments are made and business needs addressing, SA Rugby said.
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