Kenya down Blitzboks in African derby

The Blitzboks need a win from their final Pool A match at the Dubai Sevens to keep their cup playoff hopes alive after a shock defeat to Kenya on Saturday.

Bulls shed light on injured Bok

As Jake White helps utility forward Cobus Wiese boost his Test prospects, the Vodacom Bulls boss downplays the likelihood of Ruan Nortje playing again before the new year.

Jake: Willie the man for all seasons

Jake White said veteran fullback Willie le Roux will be pivotal for the Vodacom Bulls as the Herd go in search of their first win in gusty Galway on Saturday.

Boks beef up Bulls for Connacht duel

Willie le Roux and Canan Moodie are two of 10 Springboks named in the Vodacom Bulls lineup for the Vodacom URC clash against Connacht in Galway on Saturday.

English clubs target Bulls powerhouse

An experienced and formidable member of the Vodacom Bulls pack is reportedly on the radar of Premiership sides Gloucester and Bristol Bears.

Watch: Arendse, the Bok attack blitz

From defence-splitting runs to unreal passes, relive Kurt-Lee Arendse’s impact for the Springboks in 2024 as the speedster added five tries to his impressive Test tally.

Ireland back Prendergast to fly at 10

Flyhalf Sam Prendergast has been given a huge boost by Ireland head coach Andy Farrell in being given the starting berth for Saturday’s Test with Australia in Dublin.

Suualii starts, Edmed set for Wallabies debut

Tane Edmed is in line to become the 19th debutant for Australia this year, with Joseph Suaalii declared fit to face Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.

Former Bok quits as French boss

Flip van der Merwe has resigned as Biarritz president, stepping away from all ownership and managerial roles due to “strategic decisions” at the French club.

Plum sounds ‘broken’ Etzebeth alarm

Sharks boss John Plumtree has raised concerns over Eben Etzebeth’s physical condition after overlooking the Springbok enforcer for Saturday’s clash against the DHL Stormers.