Varsity Cup teams (Round 2)

Take a look at how all the match-day squads shape up ahead of the second-round fixtures in the Varsity Cup.

Icasa walks back free-to-air plans

Icasa has explicitly said the acquisition of exclusive rights to sporting events is not unlawful, but these exclusive rights must not prevent or hinder the free-to-air broadcasting of national sporting events.

Lood could be fit in time for Lions series

Springbok lock Lood de Jager could yet be in contention to front the British & Irish Lions after Sale Sharks coach Alex Sanderson gave a positive update on his injury. 

Willie commits to Verblitz

Springbok fullback Willie le Roux has announced he has agreed to a contract extension with Japanese club Toyota Verblitz.

Wood slams Munster’s decision to sign Bok lock

Former Ireland hooker Keith Wood says Munster’s acquisition of Springbok lock Jason Jenkins ‘sends the wrong signals’ to Irish youth players.

Watch: All Blacks great rescues whale

Check out this cool video where former All Blacks lock Ali Williams rushes to push a distressed whale back into the ocean.

Rewind: On this day in 2009

Remembering Brumbies forward Shawn McKay, who on this day in 2009, passed away in a Durban hospital after he was hit by an armed-response vehicle.

Trans-Tasman Super Rugby comp gets green light

A Trans-Tasman Super Rugby competition between the New Zealand and Australian franchises is back on track and set to start on 14 May after confirmation of a travel bubble in line with Covid-19 protocols.

Folau eyes RWC return with Tonga

Israel Folau could make a shock comeback to the Test arena after expressing an interest to represent Tonga at the 2023 World Cup.

Young Aussies choose Brave Blossoms over Wallabies

At least three Australian-born players have pledged allegiance to Japan in the hope of qualifying to play international rugby for the Brave Blossoms.