Pick ’em: Bulls bash Leinster, Lions edge Cardiff

The Bulls brutally dispatch Leinster at Loftus, while the Lions get crucial points in Cardiff, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team. @Vodacom #URC

Bok reinforcements steel Lions for Euro tour

Strengthened by key injury returns, the Lions are primed for Europe, but forwards coach Barend Pieterse knows only points will keep the Pride’s URC playoff hopes in their control.

Zebre next up in Jurenzo’s quest to be ‘world-class’

Jurenzo Julius is aiming for “precision” in Saturday’s URC match against Zebre as the Sharks centre looks to live up to Springbok standards. @Vodacom #URC

Blitzboks call up teenage speedster

Coach Philip Snyman has named Gino Cupido in a depleted Blitzboks squad for next week’s Hong Kong tournament.

Steyn’s Cheetahs are in ‘must-win’ mode

Coach Frans Steyn says the Cheetahs cannot afford any more setbacks as they prepare for a brutal SA Cup clash against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Friday night.

Lions duo cleared for takeoff

The Lions’ playoff push has been bolstered by the return of two Boks named in the 28-man squad for a three-match European tour.

Pick ’em: France march to title, Ireland storm Rome

France subdue Scotland in Paris to end Ireland’s Six Nations reign, and the Irish sign off with a comfortable win against Italy in Rome, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team.

URC playoffs: Tough tour to test tenacious Lions

The Lions’ endeavour and playstyle have put the Pride in contention and a challenging two-week tour will be decisive in their pursuit of a @Vodacom #URC playoff debut.

Smith back, Freeman to centre for England

England coach Steve Borthwick has rung the changes for England’s clash with Wales, recalling Marcus Smith to start at fullback. 

Steyn: Cheetahs won’t be outcoached again

Director of rugby Frans Steyn accepts responsibility for the Cheetahs’ 2025 SA Cup opening round defeat, and vows they will be sharper against the Leopards on Friday.