Shakes: Blitzboks always ready to roll

Morning, noon or night, the Blitzboks know they have to be switched on and ready to deliver as they aim to continue their growth as a squad at the New Zealand Sevens this weekend.

Saffas dominate European dream team

South African teams were in top form in European competition last week, and six SA-born players were awarded with places in the best XV of the third round of the Champions Cup.

Townsend teases Scotland exit

Gregor Townsend says the forthcoming Six Nations could be his last as Scotland coach, as he revealed he has not held talks over a contract extension.

Gatland hails new Wales skipper’s ‘intellect’

Warren Gatland said Ken Owens’ “outstanding rugby intellect” lay behind his decision to appoint the Scarlets hooker as Wales captain for the Six Nations.

Willemse boost for France

Lock Paul Willemse was named in France’s Six Nations squad after missing five Tests last year with a knee injury, the French Rugby Federation (FFR) has announced.

Sacked Rennie: I had players’ support

Former Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has insisted he had the support of the players and staff as his successor Eddie Jones laid out his vision of a more attacking style of rugby from a “super-fit” Australian team.

Watch: De Allende destroys defenders

Inside centre Damian de Allende goes full beast mode here as he smashes into two tacklers during a clash between the Springboks and France in 2022.

Bosch in, Bongi and Boeta out of Sharks tour

Bongi Mbonambi and Boeta Chamberlain aren’t fit, but Curwin Bosch has been cleared for take-off in a 28-man Sharks squad travelling to London for a Champions Cup rematch with Harlequins on Saturday.

Steyn boards plane with Bulls

Veteran flyhalf Morne Steyn has been recalled as part of a strong 31-man Vodacom Bulls squad for a two-match tour to France and Wales.

Bulls confirm Saffa signing

The Vodacom Bulls are delighted to announce that a key SA-born member of Scottish side Edinburgh will be joining the Pretoria outfit from next season.