Cheetahs find new home as SA makes camp in Europe

SA Rugby has confirmed that the Cheetahs will be taking part in the European Challenge Cup next season as South Africa’s entry into the two major European tournaments was made official on Thursday.

Throwback Thursday: When the Bulls gave Jake a winning start

Ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom United Rugby Championship quarter-final between the Vodacom Bulls and Sharks in Pretoria, take a look back at the thrilling Currie Cup final between the two teams that went down to extra time at Loftus Versfeld.

Sharks relish Loftus pressure cooker

Thomas du Toit says the Sharks “live for moments” like Saturday’s “do or die” URC quarter-final against the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria, reports DEVIN HERMANUS. 

Skinstad: SA teams deserve seat at European table

Bob Skinstad says private investment will be key if South Africa’s Vodacom United Rugby Championship teams are to make a successful step up to the European Champions Cup next season. 

URC stats and facts: Bulls vs Sharks

Get all the stats and facts ahead of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship quarter-final between the Vodacom Bulls and Sharks at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.

Panelists unanimous: It’s Leinster vs Stormers in the URC final

Watch as Swys de Bruin, Jonathan Mokoena and Nick Mallett reveal their predictions for the Vodacom United Rugby Championship playoffs, which get underway this weekend.

Bulls edge Stormers in fans’ Team of the Season

Fans cast more than 20 000 votes in picking a Team of the Season from the Vodacom United Rugby Championship’s South African conference.

Pick your URC Team of the Season: Front row

Here’s your chance to pick a South African Vodacom United Rugby Championship Team of the Season – complete your selection by naming your props and hooker.

Pick your URC Team of the Season: Locks

Here’s your chance to pick a South African Vodacom United Rugby Championship Team of the Season – next up are the two second rowers.

Pick your URC Team of the Season: Back row

Here’s your chance to pick a South African Vodacom United Rugby Championship Team of the Season – next up are the two flanks and No 8.