Bulls unveil squad for Rainbow Cup final
Jake White has made three changes to the Bulls starting lineup ahead of Saturday’s Rainbow Cup final against Benetton in Treviso.
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URC CEO: SA teams will challenge clubs from the north
United Rugby Championship CEO Martin Anayi says South African teams will add competitiveness to the newly-formed United Rugby Championship as he allayed concerns around any negative side effects of competition expansion. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
New issue: Boks, B&I Lions set for the ‘ultimate showdown’
Exclusive interviews and everything you need to know about the Springboks’ highly-anticipated series against the British & Irish Lions can be found in the latest SA Rugby magazine, which is now on sale.
Am: Simelane ‘really backs himself’
Springbok centre Lukhanyo Am says he is expecting big things from young compatriot Wandisile Simelane, who stands on the brink of a Test debut, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rhule: I’ve always had faith in my ability
In the latest SA Rugby magazine, Raymond Rhule reflects on being ‘cast aside’ at the Springboks and how he has resurrected his career at La Rochelle.
The lieutenants who will be key for Boks, B&I Lions
Often unheralded, the assistant coaches in the British & Irish Lions and Bok camps will have key roles to play. SA Rugby magazine takes a closer look.
Rewind: Kolbe’s magic touches for Boks
Look back at these clips showing Cheslin Kolbe’s first touch in Test rugby back in 2018, followed by his most recent piece of Springbok magic at the 2019 World Cup.
Spot the difference: Bulls vs Boks set-piece special
Look back and compare these two similar set-piece strike plays from the Bulls this past weekend, and in the Springboks’ first Test against the B&I Lions in 2009.
SA teams bound for Europe: It’s a whole new ball game
The newly devised United Rugby Championship may bear similarities to the much-maligned Super Rugby conference format, but it’s the incentive of qualifying for European competition that makes it a game changer for South African teams, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
SA teams could feature in Champions Cup from 2022-23 season
South Africa’s entry into the United Rugby Championship holds the prospect of South African teams being eligible to qualify for the Heineken Champions Cup from the 2022-23 season.
