SA Cup: Crunch derby on the cards

A big Free State derby is one of the big games in the round 5 of the SA Cup, with several intriguing matches lined up as the race for Currie Cup Premier Division qualification heats up.

Sharks hunt redemption at Matmut graveyard

After crashing out of the @Investec Champions Cup, the Sharks head to Lyon’s fortress in the #EPCRChallengeCup Round of 16, determined to defend their title and conquer a venue that has buried many.

Blitzboks to ‘start from scratch again’

Siviwe “Shakes” Soyizwapi expects a fresh effort and focus from the Blitzboks in Singapore this week to finish the regular World Rugby SVNS season strong.

Saffa lock opts for England over Boks

David Ribbans downplays the possibility of representing the Springboks, despite his England career being stalled by his move to Toulon.

Watch: Keagan cooking at 10

Flyhalf Keagan Johannes converted seven of the Vodacom Bulls’ nine tries and scooped the Man of the Match award against Zebre Parma at Loftus in round 14 of the URC.

Stormers bruiser bids farewell

A seasoned campaigner and back-row powerhouse for the Stormers has parted ways with the Cape outfit.

Watch: Sharks flyers flay French defence

Lukhanyo Am and Makazole Mapimpi’s scores for the defending champion Sharks feature in this selection of standout tries from the EPCR Challenge Cup last season.

Schools wrap: Boishaai, Grey claim bragging rights

Paarl Boys’ High claimed a statement win at the North-South Festival in Stellenbosch, while Grey High salvaged pride with a big victory in the Eastern Cape.

Leinster look to Bok champs for winning edge

Josh van der Flier says Leinster are drawing on the experience of two-time World Cup winners Jacques Nienaber and RG Snyman to help end a four-year trophy drought.

Watch: Saffa prop stars in slow motion

Pierre Schoeman pulls off a slick ‘show and go’ before barging through three defenders in the round 14 Vodacom URC clash between Edinburgh and Dragons at Hive Stadium.