Habana: French rugby culture unlike anything else

Bryan Habana has offered a powerful insight into what makes French rugby one of the toughest arenas in the game.

Toulon bruiser won’t face Stormers

Toulon’s injury woes have worsened with the news that one of the team’s leaders will be unavailable for the rest of the season.

JP: Eben’s lifted Sharks’ standards

JP Pietersen says Eben Etzebeth has almost been like an extra coach for the Sharks during his 12-match ban.

Eben boost for weakened Sharks

The Sharks have thrust Eben Etzebeth straight into the starting lineup for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup last-16 clash against Connacht in Galway.

Schalla shoots down ‘B-team’ talk

Schalk Burger has dismissed suggestions that the Springboks could field a second-string side for their Nations Championship Tests in November.

Habana: One battle to decide Stormers’ fate

Springbok legend Bryan Habana has delivered a clear blueprint for the Stormers ahead of their Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against Toulon in France.

Bulls locked in for Scotstoun test

Captain Marcell Coetzee says the Vodacom Bulls are embracing the challenge of fighting on two fronts.

Marcell: Glasgow’s the animal Bulls know

Captain Marcell Coetzee expects a brutal battle when the Vodacom Bulls’ take on the Glasgow Warriors in their Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash at Scotstoun.

Ardie ‘hit the wall’

New details have emerged around Ardie Savea’s contract talks with New Zealand Rugby, shedding light on a turbulent few weeks late last year.

Big Trev: French scrum vulnerable

Springbok prop Trevor Nyakane says France’s once-dominant scrum has lost its edge.