[2] Since the inception of the FNB Varsity Cup, the Ikey Tigers have been one of the strongest competitors, finishing runners up in 2008 and 2010.

In 2008 UCT went down to Maties by 16–10 in the inaugural Varsity Cup final after topping the log at the end of the round robin stage of the competition.

In 2011 UCT finished second on the log for a third successive time and claimed an unprecedented 4th Semi-Final appearance.

The Ikey Tigers play their home fixtures on the Groote Schuur Rugby Field which is adjacent to the university campus.

Results: The squad for the 2016 Varsity Cup was named as follows:[14] Hookers Props Locks Loose forwards Scrum-halves Fly-halves Centres Wingers Fullbacks