Franco: Venter gives Warriors edge

Franco Smith says having a “true Warrior” like Henco Venter back in full stride provides defending champions Glasgow a big boost against Leinster in Saturday’s URC semi-final.

Jake: We learnt our lesson

Jake White says “choice words” were said in the coaches’ box during the URC quarter at Loftus on Saturday as the Bulls coaches experienced a moment of deja vu.

Roos not out of Bok picture

Stormers powerhouse Evan Roos is currently not among the leading candidates for the Springbok No 8 jersey, but remains a part of Rassie Erasmus’ plans.

Bulls sign Bok lock

The Vodacom Bulls have reportedly secured the services of a Springbok world champion and URC title-winning lock.

Broken Mo’unga denies Bok champ glory

Richie Mo’unga shrugged off a broken hand to extend his remarkable title-winning streak after leading Toshiba Brave Lupus to their second straight Japanese championship on Sunday.

Kiss admits Kiwi sides just too super

Reds coach Les Kiss concedes that New Zealand teams have found their “mojo” going into the Super Rugby playoffs and it will be tough to break their title-winning dominance.

Bok Women’s star takes nothing for granted

Springbok Women’s sensation Lerato Makua returns from injury, eyeing Rugby Africa Women’s Cup glory and a Rugby World Cup spot after 18 months out.

Franco: Glasgow rediscovered warrior mentality

Franco Smith reflects on Glasgow Warriors’ return to form and unpredictability after a fifth successive win against the Stormers kept their Vodacom URC title defence alive.

Dobbo: This is not how we wanted to say goodbye

John Dobson rues the “worst performance in a couple of years” as the Stormers bid farewell to several stalwarts in the aftermath of the URC quarter-final defeat in Glasgow.

Larkham laments costly Brumbies loss

Head coach Stephen Larkham says the Brumbies “missed an opportunity” by losing to the Crusaders, leaving a tough path to win their first Super Rugby title in 21 years.