Italy bring bite, not just bark, to Bok showdown
The Springboks may boast superior firepower and form heading into their two-Test series against Italy, but Rassie Erasmus’ men would be wise not to underestimate the Azzurri.
Frustrated Franco urged to stay
Head coach Franco Smith’s future at Glasgow Warriors is becoming more uncertain, with reports of his growing discontent and options elsewhere.
Oberholzer cancels Jake’s call
Jake White’s call for SA’s overseas-based players to be lured back to the country has been ruled out by SA Rugby’s CEO.
Ruthless Rassie brings the best out of RG
Springbok lock RG Snyman hails the influence of coach Rassie Erasmus in motivating players to consistently perform at a high level.
Saffas Abroad: Du Toit delivers Bath Premiership trophy
Bath bulldozer Thomas du Toit joined the list of South Africans to win the English Premiership as the country’s foreign legion starred in Europe.
Stormers target Saffa bruiser
The Stormers are reportedly eyeing a UK-based South African loose forward to bolster their back-row options with experience and versatility next season.
Saffas Abroad: Pollard tees up Premiership final
A weekend that showcased SA talent saw Leicester flyhalf Handre Pollard and Bath prop Thomas du Toit book a showdown in the Premiership final.
Marx extends Japanese stay
Malcolm Marx has reportedly penned a new deal with the Kubota Spears which will see the two-time Springbok world champion continue to power the Japanese club until June 2027.
Saffas Abroad: Pollard powers Tigers to playoffs
Handre Pollard and Franco Mostert buzzed the scoreboard as SA’s foreign legion impressed from Europe to Japan.
Broken Mo’unga denies Bok champ glory
Richie Mo’unga shrugged off a broken hand to extend his remarkable title-winning streak after leading Toshiba Brave Lupus to their second straight Japanese championship on Sunday.
