Home Tests will be a game-changer for Boks

Even with limited or no fans, home-ground advantage will still be a series-defining benefit for the Springboks when they face the British & Irish Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Crusaders announce surprise Matera signing

The Crusaders confirmed on Friday that Argentinian loose forward Pablo Matera has signed with the club for the 2022 Super Rugby season.

Wessels steps down as Rebels coach

South Africa-born Dave Wessels confirmed on Friday that he will be stepping down from his role as Melbourne Rebels head coach.

Kolisi starts in powerful Sharks side

Siya Kolisi will start in a loose-trio combination including Henco Venter and Sikhumbuzo Notshe for this Saturday’s Rainbow Cup clash with the Stormers.

NZR reports multi-million dollar losses

New Zealand Rugby has announced a $18.7-million operating loss and total loss of $34.6m for the year of 2020.

NZ Rugby edges closer to ‘landmark’ equity deal

New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has been given the green light by its provincial unions to finalise a private equity deal that will give US investment firm Silver Lake a 12.5% stake in the game.

BJ Botha: Stander was a true professional

Former Springbok prop BJ Botha says retiring CJ Stander was a special player who will always be remembered for his impact in Ireland, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Watch: Why Esterhuizen is set for another ban

Springbok centre Andre Esterhuizen is expected to receive another suspension after he was red-carded for elbowing an opponent while in action for Harlequins this past weekend.

Japan-based Kiwi player: I hope to never experience this again

New Zealand-born back Jason Emery has hit out at his Japanese side, the Sanix Blues, saying he hopes to never have such an experience again after seemingly being forced out of the club.

Watch: Habana picks Willemse at 10 for Lions series

Check out this video where iconic former Bok wing Bryan Habana picks his XV to face the B&I Lions, opting to go for Damian Willemse at 10 due to injury uncertainty around Handre Pollard.