Nohamba named URC’s best

Playmaker Sanele Nohamba has been named the 2023-24 URC Player of the Season following a sensational campaign for the Lions. @Vodacom #URC

Italian ref to blow URC final

One year after becoming the first Italian match official to referee a URC final, Andrea Piardi has been appointed to this season’s decider in Pretoria where the Bulls meet Glasgow Warriors. @Vodacom

Watch: Combrinck blasts Ireland off Ellis Park

On this day in 2016, Ruan Combrinck made a try-scoring debut to help the Springboks come from behind to beat Ireland in the second Test of the series at Ellis Park.

Petersen: I back myself against anyone

Sergeal Petersen gave a timely reminder of his ability in his first start since January to help the Bulls secure a place in the URC final.

Super Rugby star dies age 25

Highlanders back Connor Garden-Bachop has died aged 25 after an unspecified “medical event”, New Zealand Rugby said on Tuesday.

Road to the final: Bulls shoot to thrill

Beaten finalists in 2022, the Bulls have bounced back from last season’s quarter-final defeat to secure a first home final. @Vodacom #URC

Franco: Travel factor no excuse in URC final

Franco Smith says Glasgow Warriors are embracing the challenge of travelling to Pretoria for the Vodacom URC final against the Bulls on Saturday.

Saffas Abroad: Tambwe ends Kolisi’s French race

There were mixed fortunes for the South Africans contesting the Top 14 playoffs, as Siya Kolisi’s Racing 92 were eliminated, while Dillyn Leyds’ La Rochelle progressed to the semis.

Stormers legend: Nic Groom

Nic Groom was an energetic scrumhalf who provided speed and accuracy from the base of the ruck for the DHL Stormers.

‘Flawless’ Edwill ready to fill Kolbe’s boots

Edwill van der Merwe has been backed to be just as dangerous as Cheslin Kolbe if called to make his Springbok debut against Wales at Twickenham.