StarAfrica.com
19 July 2012
Zimbabwe’s Sables are among the world’s top 30 Rugby teams according to the most recent rankings released by the International Rugby Board (IRB).
In statement on Facebook, the country’s Minister of Education, Sport, Art and Culture, David Coltart, has congratulated the team on their performance in the just ended African Championship, which they won while encouraging them to go on to the World Cup.
“Congratulations Sables. Well done to Brendan Dawson and his merry men,” he said “Next stop . . . World Cup.”
Fans of the club are very happy with the team’s recent performance.
“Entering the top 30 in the world is a significant achievement for the teams as it is a move closer to reclaiming the position of the second highest ranked in Africa after South Africa†said a statement from Dominus Sport, the club’s marketing agent.