Blitzboks fall at final hurdle in Vancouver

The Blitzboks’ fightback in the Canada Sevens final came up short as they went down to series leaders, Argentina.

Dupont puts champs Ireland on notice

Antoine Dupont is already looking ahead to France’s likely Six Nations decider with Ireland after Les Bleus ran in a record 11 tries in Sunday’s crushing win over Italy.

Borthwick won’t budge on box-kicking

Steve Borthwick defended England’s tactics after they just did enough to regain the Calcutta Cup win over Scotland that kept them in the hunt for the Six Nations title.

All Blacks flyer ‘sorry’ for dangerous driving

New Zealand wing Caleb Clarke said he was “extremely apologetic” after admitting to dangerous driving charges, Kiwi media reported.

Junior Boks grit out Georgia victory

The Junior Springboks made a winning start to their two-match series against the Georgia U20s in Tbilisi on Sunday.

Willie to remain with the Herd

Veteran Springbok playmaker Willie le Roux has reportedly agreed to extend his contract with the Vodacom Bulls. 

Rhule: It was hard to do my job in SA

Recently retired Springbok winger Raymond Rhule admits frustration pushed him to leave the Republic and ply his trade in France.

Cron thrilled as Force end 5060-day wait for win in Canberra

The Western Force overcame four yellow cards to end more than a decade of losing against the Brumbies in “fortress” Canberra, much to the delight of coach Simon Cron.

Blues boss not panicking about shaky start

Vern Cotter concedes the Blues face a “great little challenge” after the defending champions slumped to the bottom of the Super Rugby Pacific standings through two rounds.

Itoje: We found a way to win

Captain Maro Itoje praised England’s resolve in ending a run of four straight defeats to Scotland with a dramatic 16-15 Six Nations win at Twickenham on Saturday.