Rassie: Boks must be ‘ballsy’ in brutal Test year
Rassie Erasmus says clever rotation and the courage to back squad depth will be the key to a successful 2026 international season for the Springboks.
France turn Bok defeat into Six Nations fuel
France are openly using their bruising defeat to the Springboks as motivation heading into next Thursday’s Six Nations opener.
All Blacks scrummie stays until 2029
The All Blacks have been boosted by the decision of their top scrumhalf to commit his future to New Zealand rugby through until 2029.
URC SA Shield: Too close to call
The race for the Vodacom URC South African Shield is reaching boiling point, with another bruising round of local derbies set to shape the standings this weekend.
Ex-Bok roped in to help Sharks
A former Springbok is among a trio enlisted to advise the Sharks.
Next All Blacks coach must have Test experience
NZ Rugby has confirmed that international head coaching experience will be a non-negotiable requirement for the next All Blacks coach.
Six Nations changes for Ireland, France
Ireland and France have both been forced into late squad changes ahead of their blockbuster Six Nations opener.
JP hails Andre the Giant’s leadership
Coach JP Pietersen has singled out Springbok hybrid Andre Esterhuizen for how he steered the Sharks to victory over the Stormers in Cape Town.
Dobbo: Stormers’ worst performance of season
A dejected John Dobson rued the Stormers’ ill-discipline and lineout inefficiency in their 30-19 defeat to the Sharks at Cape Town Stadium.
Dupont shines in rout of Pau
Antoine Dupont delivered a reminder of his class as Toulouse tightened their grip on the Top 14 summit with a 59-22 victory over Pau on Saturday night.
