Sexton: End Irish civil war over No 10

Johnny Sexton has urged Leinster and Munster supporters to back whoever is selected at 10 for Ireland.

All Black won’t face Lions

A New Zealand star has been ruled out of selection contention for the Australia and New Zealand Invitational XV’s match against the British & Irish Lions in Adelaide on 12 July.

Schools wrap: Paul Roos pack delivers comeback win

Paul Roos overturned a 14-point deficit to beat Wynberg, while there were also wins for St Andrew’s and Kearsney on Saturday.

Boks call up Boan as squad size reduced

Edinburgh prop Boan Venter earned his first Springbok call-up on Sunday.

Rassie: Balance key for Boks

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has clear objectives for the 2025 Test season, with the 2027 World Cup in mind.

‘Technical’ roadblock delays Trokkie’s Bok dream

Juarno Augustus won’t be considered for the Springboks’ Tests against Italy and Georgia in July.

Du Toit, Van Graan taste Premiership glory

Springbok prop Thomas du Toit scored a try as coach Johann van Graan’s Bath became champions of England for first time since 1996.

McKenzie kicks Chiefs into Super Rugby final

The Chiefs reached a third successive Super Rugby Pacific final after Damian McKenzie punished the Brumbies for their indiscipline on Saturday.

Ackermann eyes SA return

Ruan Ackermann is reportedly in advanced talks with a South African franchise following his release by Gloucester.

Skinstad: Burnout could hit Boks

Bob Skinstad says South African rugby’s “full-year schedule” could derail the Springboks’ World Cup title defence in 2027.