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Sexton ‘dreaming’ of Irish Grand Slam win

Skipper Johnny Sexton said the chance to clinch a Grand Slam on home soil against England next week is the “stuff of dreams” after Ireland beat Scotland at Murrayfield on Sunday.

Luhle Matyolweni of FNB Wits during the Varsity Cup Rugby match between FNB UJ and FNB Wits at UJ Stadium in Johannesburg on 14 March 2022 Photo: Christiaan Kotze/C@C Photo AGENCY for Varsity/ Asem Engage

SA Rugby set to lower tackle height for amateurs

SA Rugby will discuss the possible implementation of experimental law changes to lower the height of a legal tackle in amateur rugby, following an announcement by World Rugby.

Mzansi Challenge to be called off?

The future of the 2023 Mzansi Challenge has been cast into doubt after SA Rugby confirmed the withdrawal of Spanish team Diables amid reports of poor communication from the governing body.

Duane doing ‘everything’ for Bok spot

Veteran No 8 Duane Vermeulen has insisted he is not retiring any time soon and is determined to earn a place in the Springboks’ World Cup squad later this year.

Elton: I will play for Boks again

Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies has not given up hope on making the 33-man squad for this year’s World Cup, with his sights set on a June return for the world champions.

All Blacks are Boks’ greatest World Cup threat

The scintillating form of the New Zealand franchises in Super Rugby Pacific is an ominous sign for the Springboks’ world title defence in France, according to MARK KEOHANE.

PARIS, FRANCE - NOVEMBER 10: Referee: Nigel Owens (Wales) during the Castle Lager Outgoing Tour match between France and South Africa at Stade de France on November 10, 2018 in Paris, France.

Rassie to ‘get his way’ on Owens

Rassie Erasmus will reportedly “get his way” and receive the approval of SA Rugby’s executive committee to bring Nigel Owens on board to help the Springboks.

Schools wrap: Grey run wild in Welkom

Grey College thumped Welkom Gymnasium, as Marlow Agricultural edged Selborne College in East London on a thrilling weekend of schools rugby across the country.

France bask in ‘rare’ humiliation of England

Fabien Galthie was left in tears, almost too emotional to speak after France’s annihilation of England in a stunning Six Nations match on Saturday.

Disappointed England ‘under no illusions’

Coach Steve Borthwick and captain Ellis Genge accepted England had been given a huge reality check following a record-breaking defeat by France on Saturday.