Blues forward retires after cancer diagnosis

Blues forward Cameron Suafoa has announced his retirement from rugby aged 27 after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis.

Saffa back for Munster, Bok misses out

Munster have rung the changes for Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup last-16 clash against Exeter Chiefs.

LIVE: Connacht vs Sharks

Follow the live action as Connacht take on the Sharks in Galway. #ChallengeCupRugby

Toulon bruiser won’t face Stormers

Toulon’s injury woes have worsened with the news that one of the team’s leaders will be unavailable for the rest of the season.

Ackers backs Bulls’ bench power

Coach Johan Ackermann expects the Vodacom Bulls’ replacements to play a significant role in Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against the Glasgow Warriors.

Bulls make big call for Glasgow clash

The Vodacom Bulls have rejigged their backline for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 playoff against the Glasgow Warriors.

JP: Eben’s lifted Sharks’ standards

JP Pietersen says Eben Etzebeth has almost been like an extra coach for the Sharks during his 12-match ban.

Watch: Habana picks Champions Cup winners

Legendary Springbok winger Bryan Habana tells Keo who his winners are in the Investec Champions Cup playoffs.

Eben boost for weakened Sharks

The Sharks have thrust Eben Etzebeth straight into the starting lineup for Friday night’s EPCR Challenge Cup last-16 clash against Connacht in Galway.

Weekend teams

The match 23s for this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup round-of-16 matches involving South African sides.