Parra earns France recall

Morgan Parra returns for France in one of five changes to the side for the Six Nations clash with Wales on Saturday.

‘Lambie controlled game superbly’

JOHN MITCHELL, writing on the Vodacom Rugby Portal, takes a stats-based look at the performances of South Africa's franchises in round two of Vodacom Super Rugby.

Du Toit ready to step up

Former Springbok lock Albert van den Berg believes Pieter-Steph du Toit and the Sharks have the edge going into Saturday's clash with the Vodacom Bulls. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Coles to lead Canes

All Blacks hooker Dane Coles will make his captaincy debut for the Hurricanes when they face the Force in Perth.

Sharks wary of Bulls backlash

Sharks assistant coach Paul Anthony on the win over the Lions and what they're expecting from the Bulls on Saturday.

Coetzee’s selection quandary

The loss of Rynhardt Elstadt has affected the balance of the Stormers pack ahead of their match against the Lions at Ellis Park. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Kriel’s a game changer

Jaco Kriel’s game-breaking ability makes him a unique prospect among South Africa’s openside contenders, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

‘Matfield playing like an old man’

Former Springbok prop Ollie le Roux says Victor Matfield is no longer able to influence proceedings at Vodacom Super Rugby level. BRENTON CHELIN reports.

Elstadt out for four months

Stormers flank Rynhardt Elstadt has been ruled out for at least four months after suffering a broken leg and further damage to his ankle against the Blues on Saturday.

Mixed news for Bulls

The Vodacom Bulls welcome back Marcel van der Merwe for the match against the Sharks at Loftus on Saturday, but will be without William Small-Smith for six weeks.