Powell appointment would be a Sharks masterstroke

Blitzboks coach Neil Powell will sharpen the teeth of the Sharks’ attacking gameplan should he decide to end his long association with sevens rugby, writes DYLAN JACK.

Stander announces shock retirement

Ireland and Munster No 8 CJ Stander has announced that he will be retiring from all professional rugby at the end of the current season.

Madibaz looking to make mark on Varsity Cup return

NMU Madibaz head coach Andre Tredoux opens up on last year’s Varsity Shield campaign, changes to his squad and his expectations for the coming Cup season.

Poll: Who to fill Du Toit’s Bok boots?

With Pieter-Steph du Toit racing to prove his fitness for the British & Irish Lions series, we ask readers to pick his possible replacement on the side of the Bok scrum.

Du Toit closing in on return to play

Pieter-Steph du Toit has recovered from his long-term thigh injury but his return to the field for the Stormers has been delayed by a nose injury. DYLAN JACK reports. 

Dobson offers detail on Du Toit’s future, injury ‘trauma’

John Dobson says Pieter-Steph du Toit has not yet received an official offer from any Japanese team and will be with the Stormers until the end of October. DYLAN JACK reports.

Saffas Abroad Team of the Week

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

Kolisi, Burger headline pre-season transfer activity

SARugbymag.co.za looks at recent transfer activities among the five franchises during the buildup to the Rainbow Cup.

Saffas Abroad: Versatile Kirsten could be Bok asset

Jannes Kirsten has shown why he should be in consideration for the British & Irish Lions series in his first start of the year for the Exeter Chiefs this past weekend.

Jones: England have made World Cup statement

England coach Eddie Jones says his side have stolen a march on 2023 World Cup hosts France after their come-from-behind win at Twickenham on Saturday.