SA Rugby Under-23 Cup
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Current season or competition: 2026 SA Rugby Under-23 Cup | |
| Sport | Rugby union |
|---|---|
| Instituted | 2026 |
| Inaugural season | 2026 |
| Number of teams | 4 |
| Country |  South Africa |
| Related competition | Currie Cup, SA Cup |
The SA Rugby Under-23 Cup was created for junior player development and senior players returning from injury or who need game time for the four United Rugby Championship franchises - the Bulls, Lions, Sharks, and Stormers who do not currently feature in the SA Cup.
A key element of the tournament is the strategic allowance of up to seven over-age players (senior players) in each 23-player match-day squad, with a maximum of four of those players included in the starting line-up. [1]
