Stormers to name Kitsie’s replacement soon
John Dobson says Steven Kitshoff’s retirement and a “poor profile” of loosehead props leaves the Stormers with no choice but to dip into the market for a new No 1.
Kitsie on his clean break – and the haka
Steven Kitshoff says being forced to retire from professional rugby made the decision “a bit easier”, but it’s still tough walking away from the fight.
Rassie hails ‘true team man’ Kitshoff
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has lauded the character and contribution of veteran prop Steven Kitshoff in retirement.
Van Der Merwe fuelling the fire of his rugby dreams
Emirates Lions winger Edwill van der Merwe used the Vodacom United Rugby Championship to make his Springbok dreams come true. Now he wants to fight his way back there again.
Kitshoff calls time on stellar career
Two-time Springbok world champion and inaugural Vodacom URC-winning captain Steven Kitshoff has announced his immediate retirement on medical grounds.
Sharks, Lions to host Fiji giant
An obstacle has been added to the Sharks and Lions’ URC gauntlet after Ospreys recruited powerful Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu.
Keo & Zels: Why URC trumps Super Rugby
Keo raves about Super Rugby Pacific, Zels says its popcorn rugby.
Willie having a jol at 10
The evergreen Willie le Roux says he’s learning something new every week at flyhalf for the Vodacom Bulls, playing “lekker rugby” with a smile on his face.
Crocked Bok gives update on operation
Veteran Springbok and Sharks prop Trevor Nyakane provides clarity on his recent ankle injury and surgery.
Saffas Abroad: Malcolm hits the mark with Spears
Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx was on target for Kubota Spears in Japan League One as South Africa’s contingent of overseas-based players starred at the weekend.
