Lions back Batho for physical French test

Junior Boks powerhouse Batho Hlekani will make his Lions debut in Saturday’s must-win EPCR Challenge Cup clash against Lyon at Ellis Park.

‘Haashim’s always ready to take his chance’

Haashim Pead’s former schoolboy coach has explained why the scrumhalf keeps improving even when not playing regularly.

Everitt not worrying about contract extension

Former Sharks coach Sean Everitt says his focus remains firmly on the job at hand amid speculation over his future with Edinburgh.

Griquas keep rising Stormers star

Griquas have managed to secure the long-term signing of one of the Stormers’ most highly-rated young players.

Futures at stake for Quins against Stormers

Under-pressure Harlequins coach Jason Gilmore has made it clear ahead of Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against the Stormers that squad cuts are looming.

Champions Cup kings suffer body blow

Defending champions Bordeaux Bègles have been dealt a major blow ahead of a decisive run in the Investec Champions Cup.

Champions Cup Pool 4: Bulls must go on charge

How things stand in Pool 4 of the Investec Champions Cup with two rounds remaining.

Champions Cup Pool 3: Stormers, Leinster set pace

How things stand in Pool 3 of the Investec Champions Cup with two rounds remaining.

Bok coach helps Bulls ahead of Bristol clash

Captain Ruan Nortje says the Vodacom Bulls benefited from the input of a Springbok coach during training on Tuesday. 

Champions Cup Pool 2: Too tight to call

How things stand in Pool 2 of the Investec Champions Cup with two rounds remaining.