Booze ban for Les Bleus socials
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has banned the consumption of alcohol by players during national team gatherings to enforce discipline, following troubling recent incidents.
Controversial Marler exits England camp
England prop Joe Marler has left the national team’s camp ahead of Saturday’s end-of-year Test opener against the All Blacks in London, citing personal reasons.
Keo & Zels: Rassie rides the injury wave
Injuries to Bok veterans have, in a bizarre way, made the touring squad even stronger as the world champions prepare to take on Scotland, England and Wales.
Saffas weighing up NFL switch
South African players in the Premiership and URC are reportedly among the potential candidates looking to follow Louis Rees-Zammit’s switch to American football.
SA Rugby, unions at odds over Bok Tests
Six major unions and SA Rugby are set for a critical clash over Test match rights this week, with the controversial Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) deal in the balance.
Hendrikse perfect as Sharks munch Munster
Flyhalf Jordan Hendrikse converted seven of seven kicks as the Sharks raced to victory against Munster at Kings Park on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC
Ireland star linked with French giants
One of Ireland rugby’s most experienced and widely respected backs is reportedly on the shopping list of four-time European champions Toulon.
SA Rugby set new equity deal D-day
The Ackerley Sports Group (ASG) will meet with seven dissenting provincial unions just days before a new vote date set for early December in a final chance to determine the fate of the equity deal.
Keo & Zels: Ruthless Rassie out for blood
Rassie has picked a ferocious squad of World Cup winners to demolish Scotland, England and Wales.
SA teams must ‘apply’ to keep URC spots
SA Rugby (SARU) has notified the Bulls, Lions, Sharks and Stormers that they must apply to continue participating in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship next season.
