WP getting Stormers boost

John Dobson has confirmed that the DHL Stormers will use the final round of the Currie Cup as a warm-up match for the @Vodacom #URC season.

Wales to force URC-Premiership merger?

Wales have reportedly started initial talks over a future Anglo-Welsh competition, which could see the Premiership merge with the URC.

Dobson: WP sticking to the plan

John Dobson will resist the urge to call any senior players out of their resting period despite DHL Western Province suffering a new wave of injuries.

Sharks secure Hendrikse’s release

The Sharks have reached a mutual agreement with the Lions for an immediate release that allows Jordan Hendrikse to complete his move to Durban.

Franco could face Boks or Scots decision

Franco Smith has proved that you don’t need to be a big-name coach to achieve the impossible, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Dweba sticks with Stormers

Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba has reportedly turned down the offer of a R1 million salary increase from a Premiership club to stay with the DHL Stormers.

Hanekom set to miss Ireland series

Cameron Hanekom is set to miss the opportunity to make his Test debut when the Springboks host Ireland in July, after suffering an injury in the Vodacom URC final.

Steyn: Franco promised us whiskey

Warriors captain Kyle Steyn explained how coach Franco Smith set the tone for Glasgow’s title-winning campaign by promising the team a “wee dram of whiskey”.

Smith’s Warriors braced for ‘hostile’ Loftus

Franco Smith has called on his Glasgow Warriors team to make a significant step up as they prepare for a hostile reception in the @Vodacom #URC final at a sold-out Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. 

Arendse returns for URC final

The Bulls have received a significant boost with the return of Kurt-Lee Arendse for the final against Glasgow Warriors at a sold-out Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC