Best of 2023: Springboks do it again!

The Springboks combined tactical ingenuity with tenacity and true grit at the 2023 Rugby World Cup to successfully retain the Webb Ellis Cup for the first time.

Clubs fined in Kolbe contract drama

French clubs Toulon and Toulouse have both been sanctioned over breaching the Top 14’s salary cap with Cheslin Kolbe’s transfer in 2021.

Watch: Manie tames Bulls again

Manie Libbok produced a tactical masterclass to help the DHL Stormers claim a seventh successive victory against the Vodacom Bulls in Cape Town. @Vodacom #URC

Stormers iron up midfield for Sharks frenzy

John Dobson confirmed that the DHL Stormers will get a double boost in their backline for their final match of the year against the Sharks on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC

Four Boks on top earners list

R22 million-man Cheslin Kolbe is one of four Springboks who rank among rugby’s top ten highest-paid players.

Cheetahs veteran calls it a day

The Cheetahs have announced that experienced centre Robert Ebersohn has decided to hang up his boots after suffering from multiple concussions.

Saffas Abroad: Kolisi’s Racing in pole position

Siya Kolisi’s Racing 92 accelerated to the summit of the Top 14, while Johann van Graan’s Bath cleaned up Harlequins in England.

Dobson: Stormers caught Bulls in the air

John Dobson hailed the Stormers’ “evolution” in the kicking plan for a victory against the Bulls that will be crucial in the battle to secure a home playoff. @Vodacom #URC

Jake: Silver lining to Bulls’ derby defeat

In the wake of a derby defeat against the Stormers in Cape Town, Jake White has taken comfort in the Bulls’ current status as the top-ranked South African team in the competition. @Vodacom #URC

Wright gets a kick out of Libbok

Manie Libbok’s success off the kicking tee since returning from the Springboks is the result of the flyhalf putting in the work in training, says Stormers kicking coach Gareth Wright.