Guinness PRO12 officially expands to PRO14 for upcoming season

Amidst plenty of speculation, the Guinness PRO12 has officially changed names to the Guinness PRO14, with South African teams the Cheetahs and Southern Kings joining the restructured competition. An explanation video and full details can be found below. A long-term strategic agreement means that the Championship will take place across the northern and southern hemispheres and marks the first phase of expansion as the Guinness PRO14 becomes a global tournament.This move will contribute to the drive for ever higher standards and provide greater resources to the clubs that will compete in the mo…