Powell appointment would be a Sharks masterstroke

Blitzboks coach Neil Powell will sharpen the teeth of the Sharks’ attacking gameplan should he decide to end his long association with sevens rugby, writes DYLAN JACK.

Moerat to lead Stormers as Boks return

Salmaan Moerat will wear the Stormers captain’s armband for the first time in their Preparation Series clash with the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria on Friday.

Residency rule, Stander retirement ‘makes mockery of the game’

Pacific Rugby Players Welfare chief executive and former player Dan Leo has questioned rugby residency rules following CJ Stander’s surprise retirement.

Venter to fulfil new technical advisory role at Sharks

Vastly experienced coach Brendan Venter will formally fulfil a key role as the Sharks’ on-field technical advisor. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Five players with spectator appeal

Although most rugby around the world continues to be played without stadium fans, CRAIG LEWIS takes a nostalgic look at South African players worth the price of admission.

Stander: Rugby taking a toll on my family

Ireland and Munster No 8 CJ Stander says he had taken his family’s best interests into account before announcing his retirement from all professional rugby.

Hougaard poised to join Wasps

Former Springbok scrumhalf Francois Hougaard is reportedly on the verge of completing a transfer move away from Worcester Warriors to Wasps.

WP make leadership appointment

Western Province Professional Rugby has announced that Ruben Machelm has been seconded temporarily to assume responsibility for some of the tasks that would fall within the job description of the CEO.

Watch: How Jesse Kriel sustained serious head injury

Footage has emerged showing how Springbok centre Jesse Kriel sustained a serious head wound that left him in need of multiple stitches.

Stander announces shock retirement

Ireland and Munster No 8 CJ Stander has announced that he will be retiring from all professional rugby at the end of the current season.