Bok legends fear kicking competition series tiebreaker

Three former Springboks have weighed in on how the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series between the Boks and the All Blacks should be decided if it ends 2-2.

How Everitt turned Mchunu into Beast 2.0

The coach who transformed Ntuthuko Mchunu from a journeyman loose forward into a Springbok prop says the positional switch was inspired by his work with Tendai Mtawarira.

NZ Rugby boss gets permanent gig

NZ Rugby has appointed Steve Lancaster as its permanent chief executive after a six-month stint in the role on an interim basis.

Siya fronts up after Sharks’ URC flop

Siya Kolisi has delivered a brutally honest assessment of the Sharks’ season, admitting their failure to reach the Vodacom URC playoffs “hurt”.

Kitsie makes bold call on Siya’s successor

Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff has named who he believes could be the next Springbok captain.

Wilson: Boks to exploit ‘exposed’ All Blacks scrum

Jeff Wilson has expressed concern about the All Blacks’ scrum ahead of the blockbuster four-Test series against the Springboks later this year.

Trokkie: Ulster firmly zoned in on Stormers

Juarno Augustus says Ulster’s focus won’t be divided when they run out at Ravenhill on Friday night.

Frans: Cheetahs must win

Frans Steyn says the equation for the Cheetahs is simple as they head into the final round of the SA Cup: beat Griquas or kiss your Currie Cup dreams goodbye.

Bok lock among Munster stars ruled out

Springbok World Cup winner Jean Kleyn is one of five internationals sidelined for Munster’s crucial Vodacom URC clash against Connacht on Saturday.

Another Wales legend bows out

Wales fullback Leigh Halfpenny has brought down the curtain on an 18-year career that delivered 101 Test caps.