Heyneke: SA teams must box smart in Europe
Former Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer says the South African teams can’t afford to play their star players across the Vodacom URC and Champions Cup.
Sensational Sharks pummel Pau
Lukhanyo Am and Eben Etzebeth scored two tries apiece as the Sharks launched their maiden Challenge Cup foray with a bonus-point mauling of Pau in Durban on Saturday.
Pienaar stars as Cheetahs feast on Zebre
Ruan Pienaar kicked 18 points to help the Cheetahs open the 2023-24 European Challenge Cup with a comprehensive victory over Zebre in Parma on Saturday.
LIVE: Perpignan vs Lions
Follow the live action as the Lions kick off their #ChallengeCupRugby campaign against Perpignan. #USAPvLIO
Enforcer makes Sharks return
The Sharks have been bolstered by the return of key forwards in their Challenge Cup debut against French side Pau in Durban on Saturday.
Cheetahs poised for Zebre hunt
The Cheetahs have named a settled matchday squad, welcoming back two loanees from Wales, for their Challenge Cup opener against Zebre on Saturday.
Lions reboot for Perpignan challenge
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has fielded an overhauled team for the Challenge Cup opener against Perpignan at the Stade Aime Giral on Sunday.
Euro cup picks: Bulls bully Sarries, Cheetahs prey on Zebre
The Bulls trample Saracens to open the Champions Cup, while the Cheetahs pounce on Zebre in the Challenge Cup, according to the SARugbymag.co.za team. @Vodacom
SA rugby on Euro ‘voyage of discovery’
Playing in European club competitions is more complex for SA teams than it first appeared, but they will become more competitive with increased exposure, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Lions lose lock to ban
Ruben Schoeman has been slapped with a suspension for his controversial hit in the clash between the Lions and Dragons.
