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Duane delivers big time in Japan

Duane Vermeulen and Lappies Labuschagne played starring roles in the Kobuta Spears’ win over Sanix Blues, while other Saffas made telling contributions across round four of the Japanese Top League.

Watch: Happy Dobson on Stormers win

Stormers coach John Dobson and prop Steven Kitshoff spoke to the media following the Cape side’s impressive 27-0 victory over the Hurricanes at Newlands on Saturday.

Sexton downs resilient Scotland

An inspired performance by Ireland’s new captain Jonathan Sexton opened their Six Nations campaign with a hard-fought 19-12 win over Scotland in Dublin on Saturday.

Super Rugby has to regain lustre

Super Rugby is still fighting to regain what it lost following the decision to expand the number of teams and stage the tournament across four continents, writes JON CARDINELLI.

A sparse crowd watches a Super Rugby clash

Brumbies egde Reds in Aussie derby

The Brumbies were made to work hard in their opening round match with the Reds in Canberra on Friday as they held on for a narrow 27-24 victory.

A closer look at the Stormers’ prospects

It’s going to be an emotional farewell to Newlands this year. But can the Stormers give the grand old lady of South African rugby the send off she deserves? JOHN GOLIATH looks at their 2020 Vodacom Super Rugby prospects.

Can Lions cubs rediscover Super Rugby magic?

The Lions are in a rebuilding phase following the loss of a number of stalwarts. JOHN GOLIATH takes a look at their 2020 prospects after they missed out on a playoff berth last year.

Graphic: Super Rugby refs for Round 1

Three local referees will take charge of the matches involving South African franchises during the opening round of Vodacom Super Rugby.

Three Sharks rookies to watch

The Sharks could be set for a big Vodacom Super Rugby campaign, if they can strike the right balance. ANDRE HUISAMEN looks at three rookies to watch in their squad.