Super Rugby preview (Round 1, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the Super Rugby matches on Saturday, including the big north-south derby at Newlands.

Six Nations preview (Round 3)

England should maintain a position of ascendancy in the Six Nations by claiming a big win over Italy at Twickenham on Sunday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Stormers brace for ‘classic clash’

Robbie Fleck says the selections for the DHL Stormers’ Super Rugby opener were largely based around rewarding players who impressed in pre-season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lood set for Bulls debut

New Bulls recruit Lood de Jager will start against the Stormers at Newlands on Saturday.

Sharks on a new path

The Sharks’ backline selection for their Super Rugby opener against the Reds boasts the balance to embrace a more ambitious brand of rugby this season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Bosch at 15 for Sharks

Curwin Bosch has been named to start at fullback in the Sharks' Super Rugby opener against the Reds on Friday.

Super Rugby preview: Kings

SuperSport chats to Schalk Ferreira, Deon Davids, Ricky Schroeder, Ross Geldenhuys and Yaw Penxe.

Afrika boost for Blitzboks

Cecil Afrika has overcome an injury to be included in the 13-man Blitzboks squad for the next two tournaments of the World Rugby Sevens Series.

Louw cops two-week ban

Bath flank Francois Louw has been handed a two-week ban for a dangerous tackle in last weekend's English Premiership match against Harlequins.

Georgia’s Six Nations hopes dashed

Six Nations chief executive John Feehan has ruled out increased calls for reform to the northern hemisphere competition and the possible inclusion of Georgia.