Premiership: Benhard inspires Bears
Benhard Janse van Rensburg inspired Bristol Bears stay in touch with the top of the Premiership against last season’s finalists Bath, while Robert du Preez’s boot helped Sale Sharks eke out a victory.
Cheika cops ban for ‘disrespect’
Leicester boss Michael Cheika has been hit with a suspension after being found guilty of disrespecting an independent match-day doctor.
Premiership: Trokkie gets Saints back on track
Juarno Augustus put in a storming performance as defending Premiership champions Northampton Saints bounced back in style, while Bath and Saracens continued their unbeaten start to the season.
Prem: Van Graan’s Bath make a splash
Johann van Graan’s Bath turned the tables on defending champions Northampton Saints, exacting revenge for last season’s Premiership final defeat on the opening night of the new season.
Crocked England star brought to tears
Tom Curry said he “curled up in a ball” and cried when told the full extent of a hip problem that saw him miss most of last season and left the England flanker fearing for his career.
Premiership’s URC plan to exclude SA teams
The Premiership clubs have reportedly favoured a merger with the URC that would see the formation of a new British and Irish league without South African and Italian teams.
Saffa bruiser eyes England call-up
SA-born utility forward Jacques Vermeulen has his sights set on representing England, aiming to catch the eye of head coach Steve Borthwick.
Cheika aiming for lengthy Leicester stay
Michael Cheika says he hopes to turn a one-year contract with Leicester into a longstanding arrangement as the Australian looks to revive the Tigers’ fortunes.
Cheika to coach Bok champion
Michael Cheika will link up with Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard next season after the former Australia and Argentina coach was unveiled as the new Leicester Tigers boss.
Stormers scrum king on Sharks’ radar?
One of the Stormers’ powerhouses in the pack has reportedly emerged as a potential target for English Premiership club Sale Sharks.
