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FNB Kudus

Defending champions in Namibia's Rugby Premier League, advancing to the final after defeating Montego United 55-38 in semi-finals.

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What’s been said

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  1. August 2025
  2. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus won the Premier League title for the first time

    Source

    “Not only will it be a rerun of the Premier League final when Kudus made history by winning the title for the first time, but the two sides are once again setting the pace in the JSB Gold Cup and are heavy favourites to reach the final.”

    Wanderers v Kudus cracker in store
  3. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus started their JSB Gold Cup campaign with a 43-14 victory against Trustco United

    Source

    “Kudus started their JSB Gold Cup campaign with a comprehensive 43-14 victory against Trustco United last weekend to go to the top of the log, while Wanderers are just behind them in second place after beating FNB Rehoboth 43-37.”

    Wanderers v Kudus cracker in store
  4. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus won the Premier League title for the first time on 7 June

    Source

    “Premier League champions FNB Kudus will be back in action for the first time since 7 June when they made history by winning the title for the first time.”

    Rugby back with JSB Gold Cup
  5. June 2025
  6. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus won their first-ever Rugby Premier League title with a 50-32 victory against FNB Wanderers

    Source

    “FNB Kudus made history on Saturday when they won their first-ever Rugby Premier League title with a stunning 50-32 victory against FNB Wanderers.”

    Kudus make history as Cup goes to the Coast
  7. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus won the Reserve League trophy after beating Unam II 49-41

    Source

    “It was a great day for Kudus as they also won the Reserve League trophy after beating Unam II 49-41 earlier on Saturday.”

    Kudus make history as Cup goes to the Coast
  8. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus have reached the final for the first time since Namibia's independence

    Source

    “The defending champions Wanderers enter the match as the favourites, as it is their fourth consecutive final, while it's the first time since Namibia's independence that Kudus have reached the final.”

    Clash of the Ages as Wanderers meet Kudus
  9. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus beat FNB Grootfontein 42-37 in semifinal

    Source

    “Wanderers ground out a 39-14 win against arch-rivals Trustco United, while Kudus had to withstand a strong forward onslaught to beat FNB Grootfontein 42-37.”

    Wanderers and Kudus to battle for the crown
  10. May 2025
  11. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus lost two matches throughout the season

    Source

    “Kudus have developed into a formidable side that only lost two matches througout the season.”

    Last four standing
  12. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus have already booked their semi-final spot

    Source

    “Log leaders FNB Wanderers (39 points) and second-placed FNB Kudus (29) have already booked their semi-final spots, but FNB Unam (21), FNB Grootfontein (21) and Trustco United (20) are battling it out for the last two spots, while even FNB Western Suburbs and FNB Rehoboth, who are both on 17 points, still have a remote chance of making the semis.”

    Rugby Premier League goes down to the wire
  13. The Namibian

    FNB Kudus beat Reho Falcon 38-8

    Source

    “FNB Kudus remain second on 29 points after beating Reho Falcon 38-8 at Rehoboth, while FNB Grootfontein remain third on 21 points after beating FNB Dolphins 40-13 at Swakopmund.”

    Wanderers remain top after bruising derby win

Monday 28 September

  1. Kudus, Wanderers advance to rugby final rematch

    FNB Kudus and FNB Wanderers will meet in a repeat of last year's Namibia Rugby Premier League final after both won their semi-finals on Saturday. Defending champions Kudus beat Montego United 55-38, while Wanderers defeated FNB Grootfontein 60-27.

    28 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 25 September

  1. Rugby premier league semi-finals set for competing title contenders

    Four teams face off in Namibia's rugby premier league semi-finals tomorrow: FNB Wanderers, the league leaders on 85 points, play FNB Grootfontein, while defending champions FNB Kudus take on Montego United. The league campaign, which started five months ago, saw Wanderers finish on top after 15 wins and one loss, with Kudus and United finishing third and second respectively.

    25 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 21 August

  1. Kudus advance to semis as Western Suburbs withdraws financially

    Defending champions FNB Kudus have sealed their knockout-stage place in the Rugby Premier League after FNB Western Suburbs withdrew from their scheduled match in Walvis Bay due to severe financial difficulties.

    21 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 7 August

  1. Wanderers and Grootfontein face difficult matches in rugby league

    Log leaders FNB Wanderers and FNB Grootfontein face tough encounters in the Namibia Rugby Premier League this weekend as teams battle to reach the knockout stages. Wanderers, leading on 51 points, host FNB Unam, who sit fifth on 31 points and have won three straight matches but remain seven points behind fourth-placed FNB Kudus.

    7 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 3 August

  1. Unam defeats Suburbs 68-10 in rugby league match

    FNB Unam thumped FNB Western Suburbs 68-10 on Saturday to revive their chances of making the Namibia Rugby Premier League semi-finals, scoring 10 tries in a dominant display of attacking rugby.

    3 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 31 July

  1. Namibia Rugby Premier League semi-final race intensifies

    With FNB Wanderers, FNB Grootfontein, and Montego United likely to secure semi-final spots, the battle for the fourth place remains competitive between FNB Kudus, FNB Unam, and FNB Rehoboth. Wanderers lead the log on 45 points after a 33-31 win over Grootfontein last weekend.

    31 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 24 July

  1. Namibia Rugby Premier League round 10 features two title races

    The 10th round of the Namibia Rugby Premier League takes place this weekend with log leaders FNB Grootfontein travelling to face third-placed FNB Wanderers, and second-placed Montego United visiting fourth-placed defending champions FNB Kudus. Wanderers, seeking to avenge their sole defeat this season—a 37-32 loss to Grootfontein in round one—will have several players unavailable including Wiks Tromp and their scrumhalf Dominique Isaacs.

    24 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 July

  1. Three teams battle for lead in rugby premier league

    The second round of the Namibian Rugby Premier League commences with FNB Grootfontein leading the log on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand.

    17 July 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Three teams lead Namibian Rugby Premier League second round

    The Namibian Rugby Premier League's second round begins with FNB Grootfontein leading on 37 points from eight matches, while FNB Wanderers and Montego United sit two points behind with a match in hand. Defending champions FNB Kudus have a bye this weekend as the three-team title race tightens.

    17 July 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 22 June

  1. FNB Kudus secure 41-27 away win against FNB Unam

    Defending champions FNB Kudus defeated FNB Unam 41-27 away on Saturday with two late tries to climb to fourth place on the log. FNB Grootfontein tops the standings after beating FNB Dolphins 41-36, while Trustco United remains in contention with a 57-21 victory over FNB Reho Falcon.

    22 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 12 June

  1. Grootfontein lead rugby premiership after winning five matches

    FNB Grootfontein face Trustco United in a key rugby premier league match, with Grootfontein unbeaten after five wins and leading the log by two points ahead of Wanderers. Grootfontein captain Wicus Jacobs says the team's success is surprising given they lack regular training and face long travelling distances.

    12 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 8 May

  1. Rugby Premier League resumes after death of former Unam captain

    The Namibian Rugby Premier League continues this weekend under a shadow following the death of former FNB Unam captain Graham April in a car accident last Friday. A minute's silence will be held at all matches, and a memorial service will be held at Unam Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

    8 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 24 April

  1. Namibia Senior Track & Field Championships headline weekend sports

    Athletics, rugby, football and tennis feature in weekend sporting action, with the Namibia Senior Track & Field Championships taking place at Windhoek's Independence Stadium on Friday and Saturday, the Namibia Rugby Premier League continuing with matches throughout Namibia, and the finals of the ITF J30 u18 tennis championships at the Central Tennis Courts.

    24 April 2026 · The Namibian →

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