Cash-flush Sale to shop for more Boks?

Sale Sharks owner Simon Orange says he will back director of rugby Alex Sanderson “to go out and sign whoever he wants”.

Bulls’ pacemen keep Petersen sharp

Vodacom Bulls wing Sergeal Petersen says he’s loving life in Pretoria despite limited playing opportunities.

Saru left with big bill after failed equity bid

Saru will have to cough up R14-million after its general council voted against Ackerley Sports Group’s private equity bid last month. 

Galthie: Dupont adds aura to Les Bleus

Captain Antoine Dupont says he is “happy to be back” as France seek to deny Ireland an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title.

Mallett: SA franchises need more money

Nick Mallett says SA teams will continue to struggle in the Investec Champions Cup for as long as their opponents have significantly bigger budgets.

Stormers speedster heading to England?

The Stormers are reportedly set to lose the services of an ace finisher to the English Premiership.

State of the URC: Lions, Bulls set for Ellis Park epic

South Africa’s push for Vodacom URC playoff berths resumes this week following the conclusion of the European cup pool stages.

Plum glum after Bordeaux battering

Coach John Plumtree says the Sharks struggled to play catch-up rugby in their 66-12 defeat to Bordeaux on Sunday.

Jake: Goosen’s got knees like crystal

Vodacom Bulls flyhalf Johan Goosen faces weeks on the sidelines after suffering another knee injury at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Masotti to take Sharks to America

Sharks owner Marco Masotti has revealed his plans to make them a global brand.