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Rainbow Cup plans set to be scrapped

South Africa’s involvement in the planned intercontinental Rainbow Cup is set to implode due to a lack of necessary clearances just days away from the scheduled kick-off.

Leo questions Super Rugby expansion

Former Samoa international Dan Leo is convinced the Super Rugby expansion to include two Pacific Islands teams is aimed at benefiting New Zealand Rugby.

80% of Moana Pasifika squad ‘can’t play for the All Blacks’

Moana Pasifika have revealed some key details about their squad, including an eligibility rule that 80% of players should be available for selection to Pacific Islands teams only.

Bulls without Vermeulen, Nyakane for Rainbow Cup opener

The Vodacom Bulls will start their Rainbow Cup campaign against the Lions without injured captain Duane Vermeulen and vice-captain Trevor Nyakane.

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Bok prop backs Harlequins teammate for Lions tour

Springbok tighthead prop Wilco Louw says Harlequins teammate and England international Joe Marler should definitely be in contention for British & Irish Lions selection.

Everitt on Kolisi’s ‘tough’ pre-season with Sharks

Sharks coach Sean Everitt says there is great excitement to see what Siya Kolisi can produce against the Stormers in this Friday’s Rainbow Cup opener.

Watch: Saffas abroad rack up tries

Check out this compilation of videos featuring tries scored by South Africans playing in foreign leagues this past weekend.

Committed Kitshoff to captain Stormers

Steven Kitshoff has signed a three-year contract extension with Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR) and has been appointed Stormers captain.

All Blacks hooker extends New Zealand contract

All Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and his Super Rugby team, inking a deal through to 2023.

Cape Town to host three Lions matches, including first Test

The original schedule for the three-Test series between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions is set to change, with Cape Town now likely to host the first match and Johannesburg the last two.