JP: Siya’s still got a job to do for Sharks
JP Pietersen says Stormers-bound Siya Kolisi underlined his value during a 24-minute stint off the bench in Cape Town last weekend.
Rassie & Co defend aerial contest against critics
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and his assistants have come out strongly in support of World Rugby’s tightened approach to the aerial contest.
Kitsie: Ardie drama wouldn’t fly in Bok camp
Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff says Rassie Erasmus would never have tolerated the sort of reported player revolt that unfolded within the All Blacks camp.
Aki to miss key Six Nations clashes after ban
Ireland centre Bundee Aki has been suspended for verbally abusing match officials.
All Blacks young gun thanks Razor
While rumours of a player revolt within the All Blacks continue to swirl, one of their rising stars has paid tribute to Scott Robertson.
Ireland’s backline woes deepen
Ireland’s Six Nations build-up has suffered another blow, with Hugo Keenan now racing the clock to be fit for the opener against France in Paris next Thursday.
Lions secure another key player
The Lions have moved quickly to tie down one of their most exciting players.
Ireland axe Aki for ref comments
Ireland could be without veteran centre Bundee Aki for their daunting Six Nations opening match against title holders France in Paris next Thursday.
Dupont one of 11 Toulouse stars for Ireland game
Skipper Antoine Dupont heads 11 Toulouse players in a 28-man training squad for the Six Nations opener against Ireland, the French rugby federation announced Wednesday.
Champions Cup revamp gains momentum
The English Premiership is exploring a shake-up of the Investec Champions Cup, with the French Top 14 and the URC understood to be aligned on the need for reform.
