Venter giving back more than he takes

Springbok and Stormers hooker Andre-Hugo Venter’s childhood was like no other.

Gatland facing the axe?

Warren Gatland’s sacking is reportedly up for discussion at a Welsh Rugby Union board meeting on Wednesday, as the national team’s woeful form continues.

No Italy return for Ntamack

France flyhalf Romain Ntamack will reportedly miss this month’s Six Nations trip to Italy due to a suspension despite an attempt to make him available.

North-South derby draws record URC crowd

The Stormers and Bulls’ rescheduled round-one Vodacom URC clash at Cape Town Stadium last week set a new season-high attendance in the competition.

Foote steps up with Junior Bok tour squad

Junior Springbok head coach Kevin Foote has named a 30-man squad to play three matches in Georgia this month.

Unions make SA Rugby equity pitch

The Vodacom Bulls, Sharks and Stormers have reportedly expressed interest in acquiring a 20% stake in SA Rugby’s commercial rights.

Watch: Sharks stars return to action

The likes of Vincent Tshituka and Bongi Mbonambi hit the gym and training field with gusto in preparation for the Sharks’ three upcoming Vodacom URC derbies in a row.

Watch: Duhan van der Merwe or Superman?

South African winger Duhan van der Merwe lit up Murrayfield with this breathtaking try for Scotland against Six Nations title-holders Ireland.

Borthwick hopes for double boost

Head coach Steve Borthwick is cautiously optimistic that fullback George Furbank and wing Immanuel Feyi-Waboso will return for England’s Six Nations stretch run.

Easterby singing Prendergast’s praises

Ireland boss Simon Easterby hailed Sam Prendergast’s all-round game after he guided the Six Nations champions to victory in Scotland on Sunday.