JP confident Sharks can rediscover their bite

Interim coach JP Pietersen says he is energised by the challenge of righting a listing Sharks ship as they prepare to host Saracens in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday.

Stade Français blood giant SA youngster

A giant South African lock has been named in the Stade Français starting XV to take on the Cheetahs in Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup match in Amsterdam. 

Saffa on bench as La Rochelle test youth

La Rochelle coach Ronan O’Gara has picked a young, inexperienced team for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against the Stormers in Gqeberha.

Sharks, Bulls look to bounce back in Europe

While the Stormers made a winning start, the rest of the South African teams are seeking their first victories in European competition this weekend.

Wessels: Rassie’s set a high bar for SA Rugby

SA Rugby general manager for high performance Dave Wessels has praised Rassie Erasmus for creating a “golden era” of South African rugby.

Bok trio among world’s top 10 young talents

Three young South African stars make Ruck.co.uk’s list of most exciting young prospects in rugby.

Only five Boks in NZ-SA Greatest Eras XV

Duane Vermeulen is one of only five Springboks from the 2019 and 2023 World Cup-winning campaigns to make a combined XV which also draws from the 2011-2015 All Blacks.

Jones given Japan vote of confidence

Eddie Jones will coach Japan at the 2027 World Cup after surviving a performance review at the end of a mixed second year back in charge.

All Blacks star signs for French Top 14 club

An All Blacks star will join Perpignan next season, provided the Catalan club retains its place in the French Top 14.

‘Rassie’s built something we may never see again’

Springbok assistant coach Jerry Flannery has praised Rassie Erasmus as a visionary leader who has created a unique environment within the world champions’ setup.