Ex-Bok World Cup coach lands Lions gig
Conditioning guru Aled Walters has been appointed as British & Irish Lions head of athletic performance for their 2025 tour to Australia.
Crocked Bok gives injury update
Elrigh Louw has given an update on his injury situation after the Springbok and Vodacom Bulls loose forward underwent knee surgery.
Ireland suffer front-row blow
Veteran tighthead prop Tadhg Furlong has been ruled out of Ireland’s Six Nations opener against England on Saturday due to injury, the IRFU announced.
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.
Fourie gives Leinster a shout-out
Deon Fourie has blamed Leinster for unsportsmanlike conduct that contributed to the Stormers’ lineout struggles in Dublin on Saturday night. The Stormers went down 36-12 against Leinster in the Irish capital and, in the post-match press conference, John Dobson highlighted nagging problems with the lineout. “Our frustration probably started early on with the lineout, with us losing too many of… Read more →
Dobbo explains why Loader’s bags are packed
Director of rugby John Dobson has addressed speculation around the imminent departure of the Stormers’ English speedster Ben Loader.
Farrell targets former Bok fitness guru
British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell has reportedly lined up top conditioning specialist Aled Walters as one of two new additions to his support staff.
Record Pumas scorer hangs up his boots
Argentina flyhalf Nicolas Sanchez, who holds the record for most points scored in a Los Pumas jersey, has announced his retirement from the game.
SA rugby bosses ‘silenced’ on equity audit
Frustrated union bosses were reportedly shut down at an SA Rugby President’s Council meeting when raising concerns about an audit of the failed Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) equity bid.
Mo’unga chooses Japan over Bok showdown
The Boks’ chances of becoming the first team to beat New Zealand at Eden Park since 1994 have been boosted by news that All Blacks negotiations to recall playmaker Richie Mo’unga have stalled.
