Fassi faces lengthy spell out

The Sharks will likely have to make their push for a top-eight finish in the Vodacom URC without Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi.

Irish ace ruled out of Six Nations

Ireland was dealt a blow on Thursday when one of its star players was ruled out of the remainder of the Six Nations due to injury.

Edwill: Loftus aerial contest will be key

Sharks wing Edwill van der Merwe says he will have to bring his “A game” to Loftus Versfeld for Saturday’s Vodacom URC clash against the Bulls.

Sharks have it all to do at Loftus

The Sharks will chase a third Vodacom URC win in seven visits to Pretoria when they face the Bulls on Saturday.

Stormers love a win at Ellis Park

The Stormers boast an excellent Vodacom URC record in Joburg, although the Lions won the last meeting.

Eddie compares Pollock to Bok RWC winner

Eddie Jones says young England star Henry Pollock reminds him of a former Springbok who also wasn’t a “grind player”.

Jake linked with URC return

Former Springbok and Vodacom Bulls coach Jake White has reportedly been shortlisted for a head coach position with an overseas URC club.

Why Stormers didn’t keep Maart

It has become clear why the Stormers opted not to make Dylan Maart’s loan move permanent.

Varsity Cup: Maties fight back, Eagles keep flying

Maties staged a brilliant comeback to beat UJ at a packed Danie Craven Stadium, while there were also Varsity Cup wins for NWU, UCT and Tuks.

‘Meafou can be world’s best lock’

Thomas Ramos believes France lock Emmanuel Meafou has everything he needs to dominate at Test level.