Griquas Crowned Champions at Home | Johannesburg News

Griquas clinched their first Currie Cup title on home soil in Kimberley since 1970, defeating the Pumas 23-16 in a dramatic final that capped off a fierce rivalry and a historic comeback. Based in a city grappling with economic hardship, the team defied odds under coach Pieter Bergh’s leadership, building a championship squad on a shoestring budget. The win, occurring during rugby’s 140th anniversary and marking veteran flyhalf George Whitehead’s 150th game, symbolizes resilience and community pride — proving that grit, teamwork, and heart can triumph even when the odds are stacked against you. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.citizen.co.za/news/opinion/griquas-retain-currie-cup-in-kimberly-and-give-nation-hope/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/982a696bc3007ce3 Report issues to [email protected].