Saffas Abroad Team of the Week

SARugbymag.co.za picks a team of the South African players who fired in Europe and the USA this past weekend.

Saffas Abroad: Esterhuizen continues pushing for Bok place

Andre Esterhuizen put on a strong performance to help Harlequins punish an ill-disciplined Gloucester in round 14 of the Premiership this past weekend.

Ireland give CJ fond farewell

Ireland outmuscled England up front to claim a 32-18 victory in CJ Stander’s final Test match in the final round of the Six Nations in Dublin on Saturday.

Swanepoel penalty the difference in Joburg thriller

Tiaan Swanepoel kicked a penalty after the full-time hooter to see the Lions claim a 43-40 win in a thrilling 12-try encounter in Johannesburg on Saturday.

White: Bulls have to be street-smarter

Vodacom Bulls coach Jake White says his side should have tried to run the clock down in the final 30 seconds of their win over the Stormers on Friday.

Gilpin confirmed as World Rugby CEO

World Rugby has confirmed that interim CEO Alan Gilpin has been permanently appointed, ending Jurie Roux’s links to the position.

Jantjies returns to lead strengthened Lions

Elton Jantjies will captain the Lions in their Preparation Series match against the Sharks in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Potgieter to make Cheetahs debut

Former Springbok loose forward Jacques Potgieter will make his first start for the Cheetahs against the Pumas in Nelspruit on Friday.

Watch: Aplon on the road back to fitness

Vodacom Bulls fullback Gio Aplon has provided an update on his fitness four-and-a-half months into his recovery from a knee injury.

Griquas pack mauls EP to end losing run

Griquas used the power of their pack to outmuscle the EP Elephants and claim a 43-0 victory in a rescheduled match in Gqeberha on Wednesday evening.