State of the URC: Bulls, Sharks climb log

The Bulls and Sharks kept their hopes of a top-two log finish alive with crucial @Vodacom #URC away wins on Saturday.

Sharks closing out game pleases Plum

Coach John Plumtree praised his “impact players” after the Sharks’ 42-22 win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.

Frans Steyn to coach Cheetahs

Double World Cup winner Frans Steyn is set to coach the Cheetahs in a shake-up for the Currie Cup.

SA franchises to get travel relief

From next season, South Africa’s franchise players will no longer have to cram into economy class when travelling to and from Europe.

Sharks bounce back in Cardiff

Bongi Mbonambi scored two tries in the Sharks’ bonus-point win against Cardiff at the Arms Park on Saturday.

Boeta at 10 for Bulls, Bok duo on bench

Boeta Chamberlain will start at flyhalf for the Vodacom Bulls in the Vodacom URC derby against the Lions at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Sharks fullback cops ban

Hakeem Kunene has received a three-week suspension for a dangerous tackle during the Sharks’ Investec Champions Cup loss in Bordeaux last weekend.

Tappe: TMO try reviews add to the theatre

Vodacom URC head of referees Tappe Henning believes it is necessary for the TMO to check every try after it has been scored.

Boks to go global with new kit sponsor

SA Rugby has signed a four-year deal with one of the world’s biggest brands.

Kriel brothers battle for bragging rights

Vodacom Bulls utility back David Kriel is looking forward to a “lekker challenge” against his brother Richard in Saturday’s Vodacom URC derby at Ellis Park.