Roux to debut for Ireland
South African-born lock Quinn Roux will start for Ireland against the Springboks at Ellis Park on Saturday.
Loosies must fire for SA A
A talented loose trio will have a key role to play for South Africa A in Friday’s final clash against the England Saxons in George, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Robertson to coach Crusaders
Scott Robertson will replace Todd Blackadder as head coach of the Crusaders from 2017 through to 2019.
Irish anticipate defensive test
Ireland are determined to produce another abrasive defensive performance in anticipation of tackling a smarting Springbok side this Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Johannesburg.
Junior Boks set up England semi-final
The Junior Boks secured a 40-31 bonus-point win against France to progress to the semi-finals of the World Rugby U20 Championship. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Force dump Foley
The Force have announced the departure of Michael Foley from his role as head coach with immediate effect.
Qualifier preview (Round 11)
The Griffons will be out to close the gap on the top three non-Super Rugby unions when they take on Western Province in Cape Town on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Boland cop heavy fine
The Boland Rugby Union has been fined R42,000 for fielding an ineligible player in the Currie Cup Qualifier tournament.
‘Boks remain a scary challenge’
Veteran Ireland No 8 Jamie Heaslip refuses to entertain talk that the Springboks are losing their aura, writes CRAIG LEWIS in Johannesburg.
Gates, Davids ditch Kings
The Kings have confirmed that captain Shane Gates and No 8 Aidon Davids have signed contracts to play in Japan and France respectively.
