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Biggar backs ‘ridiculously talented’ Smith to shine in Six Nations

Wales captain Dan Biggar believes young England flyhalf Marcus Smith will be a star performer in the 2022 Six Nations.

Johan Meyer (middle) with his Italy teammates

Six Nations not considering relegation

Six Nations chief executive Ben Morel has ruled out relegation from the championship in the belief that Italy’s dismal record does not threaten its credibility.

Scotland vs South Africa. South Africa's Siya Kolisi after the game Autumn Nations Series, BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Nov 2021

Captain Kolisi named SA’s best

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has been named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2021.

Italy keep tabs on England outcasts Lynagh, Lozowski

Italy coach Kieran Crowley has spoken with English Premiership backs Louis Lynagh and Alex Lozowski about their potential availability for the Azzurri.

Skinstad in awe of local teams’ URC showdowns

Former Springbok Bob Skinstad says this past weekend’s local Vodacom United Rugby Championship matches were much-needed by the four South African franchises.

How Champions Cup playoffs shape up

Following the conclusion of the Champions Cup pool stage, get an eyeful of the match-ups in the Round of 16.

Giteau delays retirement to stay with Giltinis

Former Wallaby playmaker Matt Giteau has binned the idea of retirement and will continue playing for the Los Angeles Giltinis.

Stormers coach: Fronting Siya and Bongi would be funny

Norman Laker says the selection of former Stormers Siya Kolisi and Bongi Mbonambi in the Sharks team will make no difference to the Cape side’s preparation for Saturday’s match.