Plum: Eben ban a big blow for Sharks

Sharks coach John Plumtree says Eben Etzebeth is “devastated” and “very remorseful” after copping a 12-week suspension for eye-gouging.

Plum: I’ll be there supporting JP

Outgoing head coach John Plumtree insists he will still be around as the Sharks navigate through a turbulent period.

Dupont on Toulouse bench for Sharks battle

Antoine Dupont has been named among the substitutes for Toulouse’s Investec Champions Cup match against the Sharks on Sunday.

Boks’ Nations Championship venues confirmed

SA Rugby has announced the venues for the Springboks’ three home Nations Championship matches in July.

Stormers support Porthen ‘swinger’ experiment

John Dobson admits the Stormers didn’t expect to see tighthead prop Zach Porthen scrumming down at loosehead for the Springboks.

Rassie: Japan no country for young Bok hopefuls

Rassie Erasmus says Japan remains a valuable destination for seasoned Springboks, but young players based there won’t be considered for Test selection.

Dobbo: We want to be competitive in Europe

Stormers coach John Dobson says it’s time for SA teams to stand up and be counted in the Investec Champions Cup.

Rassie weighs in on ex-Junior Bok’s England eligibility

Rassie Erasmus has revealed whether the Springboks ever considered selecting Benhard Janse van Rensburg, who can now play for England.

‘Major addition’ to Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour

Another match has been added to next year’s much-anticipated Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry tour.

‘Bulls going to come out hard’

Bordeaux Begles’ South African loose forward Tiaan Jacobs expects a fired-up Vodacom Bulls side at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.