Plum: Eben’s dying to get back into it
John Plumtree believes the likes of Eben Etzebeth are itching to play for the Sharks before the Springboks’ end-of-year tour, but the challenge is how the Durban outfit uses them.
‘Shocked’ Sexton on Rieko’s reaction
Ireland icon Johnny Sexton has expressed surprise at the response to an extract from his autobiography, where he detailed a heated exchange with All Blacks star Rieko Ioane.
World Rugby reveals red card plans
World Rugby has proposed a series of law changes including reducing the impact of red cards, “aimed at enhancing both fan and player experience”.
Gio tips All Blacks for World Cup rebound
Gio Aplon says the All Blacks are still finding their feet under head coach Scott Robertson, and will be real challengers to the Springboks’ World Cup three-peat in 2027.
Wiese bullish about Bok sibling team-up
The Vodacom Bulls’ Cobus Wiese dreams of becoming a Springbok, but knows it’ll take hard graft to follow in his older brother Jasper and Pieter-Steph du Toit’s footsteps.
Bok giant got the skills to Tonyball
No longer just a battering ram, Sharks centre Andre Esterhuizen has sharpened his distribution skills to thrive in South Africa’s gameplan under attack guru Tony Brown.
Bulls seek clarity on Bok tourists
While navigating resting protocols, Jake White says the Vodacom Bulls are keen to know which of their Springboks will be unavailable for selection due to the November Tests.
All Blacks recall Roigard for November tour
Scrumhalf Cam Roigard battled back from injury to make New Zealand’s northern tour squad, which featured soon-to-retire veterans Sam Cane and TJ Perenara.
Bok bruiser ruled out of November tour
A breakout Springbok star in 2024 is reportedly set to miss the end-of-year tour to the UK due to surgery, but Rassie Erasmus will welcome back a host of world champions for the three-Test trip.
Sharks coach: Fassi getting his hands dirty
Sharks assistant coach Joey Mongalo believes Springbok fullback Aphelele Fassi is reaping the rewards of his hard work on his defensive and organisational play.
