Saffas Abroad: Boks make early statement in Japan

It was a powerful opening weekend for the Springbok contingent in Japan Rugby League One.

Injuries compound dejected Ackers’ woes

Johan Ackermann cut a despondent figure during the post-match media conference following his side’s 50-5 hammering at the hands of the Northampton Saints.

Saints run riot as Bulls collapse

The Vodacom Bulls suffered an embarrassing defeat against a rampant Northampton Saints in Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup clash at Franklin’s Gardens.

Maart’s rise from taxi guard to champion

Winger Dylan Maart’s stock continues to rise as he becomes entrenched within the Stormers’ set-up, but his road to the top has been anything but easy.

Baa-Baas warm-up for Boks?

The Springboks could once again turn to the Barbarians as the perfect early-season tune-up in 2026.

Salary cap controversy plagues Toulouse

Toulouse head into Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup showdown against Glasgow with more attention on the courtroom than the pitch.

Watch: Kick it like Marcus

Harlequins and England utility back Marcus Smith gives some insight into his kicking routine, which could be useful for up-and-coming kickers.

O’Gara suspended for Stormers clash in PE

La Rochelle coach Ronan O’Gara will have to watch his team play from the stands at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday.

Moaning Matt takes aim at Champions Cup

Former Scotland coach Matt Williams has ripped into the quality of this season’s Investec Champions Cup.

Schmidt calls Wallabies debriefing camp

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has named a 40-man group for a short, but significant, Sydney camp from 5–7 January.