Cash hails Lions’ Loftus breakthrough

Coach Ivan van Rooyen says the Lions’ 43-33 win against the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus was the result of a month-long drive to reach a new competitive level.

De Villiers lauds unbeaten Stormers’ belief

Stormers loose forward Paul de Villiers’ stock keeps rising after yet another standout performance in the Vodacom URC on Saturday.

Ackers: Bulls own worst enemy

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann lamented his team’s decision-making and inaccuracy after a costly 43-33 defeat to the Lions at Loftus on Saturday.

Springboks gaze down on rugby world

The Springboks end 2025 as World Rugby’s No 1-ranked team, retaining the position they held at the start of the year.

How Welsh school helped shape Sacha

The Welsh may still be reeling from the Cardiff mauling, but they can take pride in helping shape a Springbok star.

How many games Eben could miss

Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth faces a long ban for making eye contact with Wales flank Alex Mann.

Dobbo hails Stormers’ fight, forward firepower

John Dobson has praised the Stormers’ second half forward dominance for the miracle in Limerick on Saturday.

Hooker wants more after standout 2025

Springbok wing Ethan Hooker says his rapid rise in Test rugby has been fuelled by several factors.

SA sides must step up in Europe

South Africa’s three Investec Champions Cup entrants must shift mindset and selection strategy if they want to compete with Europe’s elite, writes @mark_keohane

Italy extend tentacles towards Sharks rising star

Italy have reportedly set their sights on one of the Sharks’ talented flyhalves.