Bone Collector warns on Venter switch

Former Springbok enforcer Willem Alberts believes there is merit in moving Lions flank Ruan Venter to lock, but has issued a word of caution.

Carter names Bok as toughest opponent

Former All Blacks flyhalf Dan Carter says a former Springbok legend “who tried to kill me every time we played” was the toughest opponent he faced.

Blitzboks survive Spain scare in Perth

The Blitzboks overturned an early second-half deficit to beat Spain in their opening match of the Perth Sevens on Saturday.

England taking nothing for granted

Sam Underhill insists there will no complacency from England when they begin their bid for a first Six Nations Grand Slam in a decade.

Farrell believes Ireland still at rugby’s top table

Ireland coach Andy Farrell insists his side can remain among the world’s best despite their 36-14 Six Nations opener defeat to France in Paris.

England suffer late injury blow

England head into their Six Nations opener against Wales at Twickenham on Saturday with a forced late change.

Farrell: France were playing a different game

Ireland coach Andy Farrell admits his side were second best from the outset against France in Paris.

Seething Siya slams ads during scrums

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says ITV’s use of in-play adverts during scrum resets in the Six Nations “is disrespecting the game”.

Heavy favourites England aim to defy history

England enter Saturday’s Six Nations opener against Wales at Twickenham as overwhelming favourites.

Siya: I’m ready to fight for my Bok place

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi says his priority this year is staying fit and healthy amid fierce competition in the loose forwards.