Ex-Wales boss beats Jake White and another South African to URC head coach job

Pivac pips Jake for URC job

Jake White won’t be returning to the Vodacom URC just yet, after missing out on the opportunity to coach a leading Italian side. Wayne Pivac beat White to the vacant Benetton post, with the club confirming that the former Wales boss will take charge from next season on a deal running until June 2028, with the option of a further two years. The appointment carries a strong South African subplot. White, the former Springbok World Cup-winning coach…

Ex-Wales boss beats Jake White and another South African to URC head coach job

The ex-Wales head coach will take over at Benetton from next season after a long-term deal was confirmed by the United Rugby Championship side.