‘Etzebeth should serve time for crime at Test level’

Veteran New Zealand commentator Tony Johnson has blasted World Rugby’s handling of Eben Etzebeth’s 12-week suspension for eye-gouging.

Saracens lay down marker ahead of Sharks trip

Saracens sent an ominous warning to the rest of the Investec Champions Cup field as they crushed Clermont 47-10 in London.

Blitzboks stun New Zealand to reach semis

The Blitzboks recovered from two yellow cards to overtake New Zealand with a second-half surge at the Cape Town Sevens on Saturday.

Blitzboks thrill in come-from-behind win over Fiji

The Blitzboks began the defence of their Cape Town Sevens crown with a pulsating win in the final seconds against Fiji on Saturday.

Nigel: Etzebeth lucky to get 12-week ban

Former Test referee Nigel Owens says rugby’s disciplinary system is “a total mess”.

Delighted Dobbo hails Stormers grit, depth

Stormers coach John Dobson praised his side’s resilience and squad depth after claiming a priceless 26-17 Investec Champions Cup win over Bayonne.

Stormers clinch priceless win in France

The Stormers survived a second-half red card and a fierce Bayonne comeback to clinch a crucial away win in their Investec Champions Cup opener at the Stade Jean Dauger.

Steyn stars in Warriors’ comeback win

The Glasgow Warriors opened their Investec Champions Cup campaign in style on a grim, rain-soaked night in Manchester.

Plum backs youthful Sharks for Toulouse test

Sharks coach John Plumtree says his selection for Sunday’s daunting Investec Champions Cup opener against Toulouse is rooted in long-term planning and shows faith in a youthful squad.

Pau out ‘to make mark’ on Champions Cup return

Pau welcome last season’s runners-up Northampton in the Investec Champions Cup on Sunday, in the modest French club’s first appearance in the competition in almost 25 years.