Jake: Destiny is in our hands
Bulls boss Jake White believes Saturday’s Vodacom URC derby against the Sharks at Loftus Versfeld is a crucial step in the Pretoria outfit’s push for a home playoff.
Suaalii-led Waratahs ‘can feel the hype’
Waratahs skipper Jake Gordon says the struggling Super Rugby team is ready for a new era with a host of high-profile signings bolstering confidence, led by Joseph Suaalii.
Hurricanes split captaincy four ways
Hurricanes have named four captains for the Super Rugby season, employing the Maori kaitiaki approach of guardians overseeing the protection and growth of the team.
All-white Ireland to tackle Wales
Ireland will wear white shirts during their Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff to help spectators and TV viewers affected by colour blindness.
Nyakane: It’s personal for me
Trevor Nyakane is cracking his knuckles in anticipation of a “massive challenge” when the Sharks engage with the Bulls’ heavyweight set piece at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Eddie: Coaching is not about being liked
Eddie Jones says the pressures of professional sport can make it an “uncomfortable” place to be for coaches and players who aren’t in it to deliver their best work.
Stormers sharpen claws for derby duel
Attack coach Dawie Snyman says it is crucial the Stormers are clinical on both sides of the ball against the Lions on Saturday, as prop Frans Malherbe challenges the pack to lift their game. @Vodacom #URC
Boks to tackle Pumas at Twickenham
The Springboks will wrap up their 2025 Rugby Championship campaign with a historic Test against Argentina at the ‘Home of Rugby’ in London.
Gatland walks the plank
Warren Gatland has left his role as Wales head coach by “mutual agreement” and replaced with a current Vodacom URC tactician, the Welsh Rugby Union announced.
Frans focused on Lions hunt, not milestone
Frans Malherbe is relishing the opportunity to earn his 150th cap for the Stormers at Ellis Park on Saturday, but says it won’t distract him from the team’s main goal.
