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Jalibert: Bordeaux want a second star

Matthieu Jalibert has laid down the challenge to a desperate Leinster side ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup final in Bilbao.

Mokuena: Benhard never in Bok picture

One of Benhard Janse van Rensburg’s former coaches believes his Test opportunity would probably never have come in South Africa.

SA-raised coach to help England unlock Boks

Byron McGuigan has been appointed to Steve Borthwick’s coaching staff on a full-time basis ahead of the inaugural Nations Championship.

Watch: Sky’s the limit for scintillating Siyaya

Eighteen-year-old Zekhethelo Siyaya has made his mark in top-flight rugby in just four appearances for the Sharks this season.

Leinster taking lessons from football legend

Leo Cullen has sought inspiration from a footballing great as Leinster attempt to end their Investec Champions Cup hoodoo against Bordeaux in Bilbao on Saturday.

Watch: Thomas the Tank Boks’ new hybrid?

Springbok prop Thomas du Toit is known for his versatility on both sides of the scrum, but now the Bath stalwart has shown to be quite adept at another position.

Contepomi targets Bok scalp with Barbarians

Felipe Contepomi has made it clear that the Barbarians will head to South Africa with one goal in mind: to beat the Springboks.

Franco: Playoffs are a different beast

Franco Smith says Glasgow’s march to the top of the Vodacom URC standings will count for little if they fail to deliver when it really matters.

Jobb’s redemption story fuels Blitzboks charge

Sebastiaan Jobb says he is determined to finish the season on a high after overcoming setbacks that once left him questioning whether he had a future with the Blitzboks.