Small-Smith forced into early retirement
Cheetahs centre William Small-Smith has announced his retirement from rugby due to the effects of a serious head injury.
Rassie gives SA teams thumbs up
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has lauded the eight provincial teams, match officials and local television broadcaster for their contribution to an attractive brand of rugby displayed during the recently concluded Preparation Series.
Watch: Smith’s drop-goal special
Check out how Cheetahs fullback Rhyno Smith pulled off a stunning 50-metre-plus drop goal in their Preparation Series match against the Pumas.
Pumas’ Fouche floors Cheetahs
Flyhalf Eddie Fouche accounted for all of the Pumas’ points as they clinched a hard-fought 22-15 over the Cheetahs in Nelspruit on Friday.
Cheetahs deny Sharks fightback
Cheetahs centre Frans Steyn kicked a last-minute penalty to clinch a 39-38 shootout against the Sharks in Bloemfontein on Wednesday night.
Team news: Cheetahs make multiple changes
The inclusion of veteran scrumhalf Ruan Pienaar is one of six changes to the Cheetahs starting lineup for Wednesday’s preparation match against the Sharks in Bloemfontein.
Play of the Week: ‘Specmagic’ lit up Cape Town Stadium
In a new segment by SARugbymag.co.za, the Play of the Week award goes to Cheetahs wing Rosko Specman for his stunning individual try against the Stormers in the preparation series.
‘Specmagic’ spoils Stormers’ CT Stadium debut
Rosko Specman scored a hat-trick as the Cheetahs inflicted a 34-33 defeat on the Stormers at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Cheetahs line up move for Orie
The Cheetahs have reportedly made an attractive offer to secure the services of departing Lions lock Marvin Orie.
Cheetahs snap up ex-Kings captain
The Cheetahs have announced the signing of veteran prop Schalk Ferreira on a two-year deal.
