O’Connell vs Matfield

Two giants of the modern game go head-to-head for lineout supremacy in Dublin on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Boks excel for Toulon

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend's Celtic Pro12, French Top 14 and Anglo-Welsh Cup matches, which involved South African players.

Scott Spedding reacts to France selection

South African-born fullback Scott Spedding let his emotions show after being told of his selection for the France national side.

Adam Jones drop goal

Cardiff Blues and Wales tighthead prop Adam Jones attempts a drop goal during a Pro12 match against Munster.

Hougaard needs broad skills range

Francois Hougaard has dismissed questions about his aptitude as a Test scrumhalf but Europe represents a key examination of his tactical variation, writes RYAN VREDE.

Highlights: Wallabies vs Barbarians (2014)

The Wallabies beat the Barbarians 40-36 in a thrilling encounter at Twickenham on Saturday.

Pollard’s final test

Handré Pollard must adapt his game to suit European conditions and ultimately prove that he is the man for next year’s World Cup, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Marnitz Boshoff’s try for Barbarians

The South African flyhalf finished off a long-range try from the Barbarians late in the game against the Wallabies.

Southern hemisphere put on show

New Zealand and South Africa’s depth was significant at Twickenham as the Barbarians ran Australia close, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Kuridrani powers past De Jongh

Tevita Kuridrani showed his Test quality against Juan de Jongh at Twickenham on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.