‘Die Hok' banned from hosting Kariega derby clashes
The Derrick Ferreira Stadium has been banned from hosting EPRU Grand Challenge derby fixtures between Gardens and Progress until significant security upgrades are completed at the facility, EP Rugby bosses announced on Wednesday.
A match between the clubs at the Kariega venue — popularly known as 'Die Hok' — was called off on Saturday late in the second half over serious crowd control concerns after spectators invaded the field.
A fact-finding and debrief meeting was conducted on Monday between the presidents of both clubs, EP Rugby president George Malgas, deputy president Mbulelo Gidane, general manager Mzi Mpofu, as well as additional executive members.
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