Razor’s All Blacks plan cut to shreds

Former New Zealand scrumhalf Justin Marshall warns that Scott Robertson’s strategy to develop hybrid players could harm, not benefit the All Blacks.

Franco fired up to coach Test footy again

Franco Smith has admitted he wants to return to international rugby amid speculation linking him to the Wales head coach job.

Bok icon bares all in school spirit

2007 World Cup-winning Springbok captain John Smit shares some of his earliest – and most hilarious – rugby memories in this clip for the Vodacom URC Origin Round.

Watch: Cheeky fan gives security the slip

This pitch invader shows impressive determination to escape the tackle of the first responder during the Blues-Chiefs clash at Eden Park, but can’t beat the calvary!

Lions hungry for more derby wins

Ivan van Rooyen is hopeful the victory over the Stormers boosts confidence levels as the Lions refocus for three successive SA derbies.

Double blow for Ireland

Ireland lock Iain Henderson will miss the Six Nations clash with Wales with a hamstring injury, while captain Caelan Doris could also be sidelined for the showdown in Cardiff.

Griquas gear up to host Bok Test

Griquas are hopeful of hosting a Springbok match this year as SA Rugby review the current Test hosting model.

Bulls cash in on Sadie U-turn

The Vodacom Bulls have reportedly received a significant transfer fee for Carlu Sadie, with Bordeaux-Begles buying the prop out of his new contract with the Pretoria outfit.

NZ Rugby has ‘no appetite’ for policy change

NZ Rugby is sticking to its eligibility rules despite an unsuccessful bid for the early return from Japan of All Blacks flyhalf Richie Mo’unga.

Dobson: We have to win at Loftus to stay alive

John Dobson says the Stormers paid the price for their inaccuracy in Saturday’s loss to the Lions, and must regroup for a do-or-die clash to remain in the Vodacom URC playoffs hunt.