Van Graan retains Saffa workhorse

Former Stormers lock Quinn Roux will extend his stay with English champions Bath for another season.

Ex-Italy prop: ‘Hungry’ Azzurri can shock France

Former Italy prop Cherif Traore believes the Azzurri are no longer Six Nations passengers and have what it takes to topple France on Sunday.

Sharks 10 heads to Italy

The Sharks have lost a talented playmaker to Vodacom URC rivals as the flyhalf roster in Durban becomes more and more crowded.

All Blacks legend rips into Super Rugby CEO

Former All Blacks wing John Kirwan has dismissed claims that South Africa’s involvement was not a major benefit to Super Rugby.

Lions weigh lock switch for returning Bok

The Lions could unleash a Springbok loose forward in an unfamiliar role when they host the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Pead relishes Krappie rivalry

Haashim Pead believes scrumhalf competition at the Lions will bring out the best in him.

Broken leg sidelines key Scotland forward

A key Scotland loose forward has been ruled out for the remainder of the Six Nations.

Schoeman benched, still no Duhan for Scotland

Pierre Schoeman has been relegated to the bench after Scotland coach Gregor Townsend rang the changes for Saturday’s Six Nations clash against England at Murrayfield.

Galthie hands debut to green midfielder

France have handed a Test debut to 20-year-old centre Fabien Brau-Boirie for Sunday’s Six Nations clash against Wales in Cardiff.

Ireland legend laughs at Nienaber blame game

Former Ireland wing Andrew Trimble has laughed off suggestions that Jacques Nienaber is to blame for Ireland’s recent dip in form.