Bok giant back for Sharks

The Sharks have been reinforced by the return of a Springbok powerhouse for the round 13 @Vodacom #URC clash against Zebre Parma at Kings Park on Saturday.

Keo & Zels: All eyes on Bok sensations

The boys show the Lions some love, and turn their focus to the long-awaited return of Damian Willemse and Sacha FM in Wales on Saturday.

Mauvaka to face disciplinary hearing for foul play

France hooker Peato Mauvaka faces a disciplinary hearing on Thursday after being cited for foul play in Saturday’s Six Nations clash against Scotland in Paris.

Crusaders bench five-try hero

Macca Springer’s reward for scoring five tries is a seat on the Crusaders bench for the Super Rugby showdown with the Blues at Eden Park on Saturday.

Eben out again?

Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth’s much-anticipated return for the Sharks is reportedly on hold once more. 

Bok bruiser ruled out of Stormers tour

A key member of the Stormers pack misses the two-match URC tour due to surgery, but John Dobson welcomes back a host of Springboks and young stars for the trip.

Nienaber helps change Razor’s mind

Scott Robertson says a catch-up with Jacques Nienaber about Jordie Barrett’s sabbatical at Leinster has contributed to the All Blacks head coach’s recent eligibility U-turn.

Cockerill: Why do Wales get a free pass?

Head coach Richard Cockerill insists Georgia have “earned the right” to face Wales in a playoff for a place in the 2026 Six Nations.

Ex-Scotland star: Franco could take Gregor’s job

Former skipper Andy Nicol suggests Gregor Townsend’s future as Scotland head coach will be decided by whether sought-after Franco Smith forces Scottish Rugby’s hand.

Japan-bound Cheetah doing it for family

Cheetahs utility forward Friedle Olivier says he couldn’t turn down an offer from a Japanese club.