Duane: I was in a bad spot in South Africa

Duane Vermeulen says he could have stayed at the Vodacom Bulls, but chose to join Irish side Ulster rather than being “stuck in one place”.

Watch: Outta my way, ref!

Match referee Francisco Gonzalez found himself on the ‘wrong side’ of the whistle after getting bundled over by a charging Paddy Kelly at the Canada Sevens on Saturday.

Super Rugby: Blues ‘turn the tide’ to go top

The Blues clung on to clock their first win against the Crusaders at Christchurch in 18 years and top the Super Rugby Pacific table leading into the trans-Tasman component of the competition next week.

Blitzboks give Spain the Shakes

Two tries from skipper Siviwe ‘Shakes’ Soyizwapi helped kick off the Blitzboks’ Canada Sevens campaign with a convincing victory over Spain on Saturday.

Vancouver Sevens: Blitzboks in spotlight

Defending champions and overall series leaders, the pressure is on the Blitzboks to bounce back at the Canada Sevens this weekend.

Sonny Bill tunes up next opponent

Former All Blacks ace Sonny Bill Williams is ready for his next bout, telling YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul that “if he wants some, he can get it”.

Cheetahs boss: Ruan talks, Frans walks

Coach Hawies Fourie praised captain Ruan Pienaar and Frans Steyn for helping to lead the Cheetahs’ comeback victory over Western Province on Friday.

Powell cracks whip as Blitzboks get defensive

Coach Neil Powell expects a more disciplined performance as the Blitzboks look to retain the Canada Sevens title this weekend.

Highlights: Blues snap 18-year drought in Christchurch

The Blues held on to record an historic victory in Super Rugby Pacific over the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday.

Watch: Blitzboks work on body and mind

Blitzbok captain Siviwe Soyizwapi provides insight on how the team will get back to winning ways at the Canada Sevens, starting in Vancouver on Saturday.