Vodacom Bulls Unveil Retro-Inspired Away Kit for 2026/27
The Vodacom Bulls have a new away kit, and it’s leaning hard into nostalgia. PUMA and the Bulls officially launched the “Tradition into Tomorrow” away jersey for the 2026/27 season on 1 September 2026 in Tshwane — a bold teal and navy design pulling directly from 1990s sporting style, with a modern, performance-driven build underneath.
A Design Built on Movement
The standout feature isn’t just the colourway — it’s what happens to the graphic across the fabric. The design shifts into flowing, organic patterns intended to express fluidity of movement, giving the kit a retro-futuristic feel that nods to the team’s history while pushing the look forward. It’s the kind of design choice PUMA has been leaning into across its rugby range: honour the legacy, but don’t just reprint it.
The Pink Jersey Is Back — Sort Of
Fans of the Bulls’ history will want to pay attention to the training range. The official Replica Training Jerseys come in two colourways: light blue and yellow, or navy and pink — the second a direct callback to the iconic pink Vodacom Bulls jersey first launched back in 2012, one of the most talked-about kits in the team’s modern history.
What’s Actually in the Fabric
Rugby kits take serious punishment, and PUMA built the away jersey around that reality:
- Moisture management that wicks sweat away to keep players dry through 80 minutes
- Reinforced stitching and abrasion-resistant material built to survive rugby’s constant contact
- A poly-spandex stretch blend for a fit that moves with the body rather than against it
- Grip-dot texture on the fabric, designed to help players secure the ball against their body during tackles and quick movement
It’s less about looking good on the shelf and more about surviving a full season of Currie Cup and URC rugby.
Where to Get It, and What It Costs
The away jersey and training jerseys land at PUMA retail stores, PUMA.com, Totalsports, Sportsmans Warehouse, Studio 88, and Takealot.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Replica Away Jersey (Adult) | R1,099 |
| Replica Away Jersey (Junior) | R999 |
| Replica Training Jersey | From R849 |
Bottom Line
Between the ’90s-inspired colourway, the fluid movement-based graphic, and the return of the pink training jersey, PUMA and the Bulls have built a kit that’s clearly aimed at fans who remember the brand’s older eras as much as players out on the pitch. Whether it becomes as iconic as the 2012 pink jersey is something only a season of rugby will decide.
