CAPE TOWN (Reuters) - The addition of South African sides the Cheetahs and Southern Kings to the European Pro 12 competition is expected to be rubber-stamped in the next week when the worst kept secret in rugby is finally revealed.
Reports in South African and British media say a deal has been struck for the two teams to take part and there is a chance of a wider expansion into North America in the coming years as officials seek to tap into more countries to boost revenue.
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