Gold Cup pools confirmed

SA Rugby has announced the pools for the inaugural Gold Cup taking place in September.

O’Connell calls it a day

Ireland great Paul O’Connell has retired from all rugby with immediate effect.

Horie to lead Sunwolves

Shota Horie has been confirmed as the Sunwolves’ captain for this year’s Super Rugby tournament.

Goromaru set for Reds debut

Fullback Ayumu Goromaru has been named in the Reds' match-day squad for their pre-season fixture against the Brumbies in Ballymore on Friday.

England rise in rankings

England have moved up to seventh place in the World Rugby rankings following their 15-9 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield.

Kings upload two more

Sti Sithole and Tjiuee Uanivi arrived at the Kings' training base on Monday and look set to remain with the squad throughout their Super Rugby season.

More claims against Saru CEO

Saru CEO Jurie Roux was allegedly involved in an 'undeniable conflict of interest' when he awarded bursaries during his time as chairman of the Maties Rugby Club.

Habana to lead Toulon

Springbok wing Bryan Habana will captain Toulon against the Sharks at the Stade Mayol on Friday night.

Ashton’s suspension upheld

Chris Ashton has been ruled out of England's Six Nations campaign after his appeal to have a 10-week ban overturned was rejected on Thursday.

Mitch: I’ve learned a lot

USA coach John Mitchell says one of the biggest lessons he’s learned is how to ‘communicate to the individual’.