Botha downplays Joburg altitude factor

Arno Botha has urged his Lyon teammates not to become fixated on the Ellis Park altitude ahead of Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash against the Lions.

Cheetahs to keep it tight in Amsterdam

Frans Steyn says the Cheetahs won’t be looking to play expansive rugby when they meet Ulster in icy conditions in Amsterdam on Sunday.

‘Pollock must embrace villain tag’

Northampton director of rugby Phil Dowson believes Henry Pollock will learn to handle becoming rugby’s latest “hate figure”.

Watch: Stormers lock in for Quins

The Stormers wrapped up their preparation for their Investec Champions Cup contest with Harlequins in glorious sunshine ahead of the anticipated icy conditions at The Stoop on Sunday.

Rudolph confident of Bulls U-turn

Jeandre Rudolph believes the Vodacom Bulls are edging closer to a turnaround, even as results continue to test their resolve.

English Premiership shake-up on the cards

Plans are progressing for the English Premiership to become a standalone, ring-fenced expansion league from the 2029-30 season.

Qoma calls for killer instinct from Lions

The Lions know effort alone won’t be enough when they host Lyon in Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash at Ellis Park.

Nortje: Bulls back Willie all the way

Vodacom Bulls captain Ruan Nortje has backed Willie le Roux after criticism of the veteran playmaker’s late cross-field kick against the Stormers.

Hatton confident Sharks can rise in Europe

Loose forward Nick Hatton believes European rugby will bring the best out of the Sharks ahead of their Investec Champions Cup clash with the Sale Sharks.

Playmaker pledges allegiance to Stormers

A Stormers pivot has committed to the club until 2029 after a strong start to the new season.