Matthee: Stormers ready for Thomond Park fire

Flyhalf Jurie Matthee says the Stormers are embracing the scale of Saturday’s showdown against Munster.

Eddie tells Brave Blossoms to beef up

Eddie Jones says Japan will go nowhere on the world stage unless their players get bigger, stronger and far more committed.

Saffa extends stay with Premiership club

A hard-running South African back has committed his future to the Bristol Bears, with the Premiership club confirming the re-signing of the influential player.

Snyman hails Stormers depth as Munster wait

The Stormers are backing their current squad depth ahead of their top-of-the-table clash against Munster on Saturday.

Bulls acquire Lions pivot on loan

The Vodacom Bulls have strengthened their flyhalf stocks ahead of the second phase of the URC and the beginning of the Investec Champions Cup.

Mallett: Boks wanted to hurt Ireland

Former Springbok coach Nick Mallett says South Africa’s demolition job at scrum time was the defining force behind their 24-13 win over Ireland in Dublin.

All Blacks greats blown away by Bok power

All Blacks legends Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina say the Springboks’ suffocating physicality and composure under pressure were the decisive factors in Saturday’s win over Ireland in Dublin.

Rassie left with skeleton crew for Wales clash

Rassie Erasmus will be working with scraps for Saturday’s clash against Wales in Cardiff.

Contepomi labels Curry a bully

Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi has accused England flanker Tom Curry of “bullying” behaviour following a heated tunnel confrontation at Twickenham on Sunday.

State of the URC: Stormers defend top spot

After a month-long pause for Test rugby, the URC roars back to life this weekend.