Roche ready for Andre the Giant duel

The Stormers could shake things up in the backline for Saturday’s Vodacom URC coastal derby against the Sharks in Durban.

England legend: Don’t write off Handre

A former England and British & Irish Lions star says Handre Pollard is “one of the three top flyhalves to ever play the game”.

Wallabies star signs long-term deal

A Wallabies speed merchant has committed his foreseeable future to Rugby Australia and the Waratahs amid code-switch rumours.

Peyper: I got it wrong many times

Former Test referee Jaco Peyper has revealed that he often felt pressured to officiate matches that delivered “a certain product”.

Kitsie: Ardie drama wouldn’t fly in Bok camp

Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff says Rassie Erasmus would never have tolerated the sort of reported player revolt that unfolded within the All Blacks camp.

All Blacks young gun thanks Razor

While rumours of a player revolt within the All Blacks continue to swirl, one of their rising stars has paid tribute to Scott Robertson.

Ireland’s backline woes deepen

Ireland’s Six Nations build-up has suffered another blow, with Hugo Keenan now racing the clock to be fit for the opener against France in Paris next Thursday.

Currie Cup, SA Cup dates locked in

SA Rugby has confirmed the dates for two of the local season’s prized competitions.

De Jongh: Sharks must expect Stormers backlash

Juan de Jongh says the Stormers have a point to prove in their coastal derby rematch against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Smith relishes Pollard duel in Jukskei derby

Lions flyhalf Chris Smith says breaching the Vodacom Bulls’ defensive line and exploiting any cracks will require sharp thinking as much as execution.