SA are World Cup host ‘contenders’

World Rugby CEO Brett Gosper has confirmed that South Africa is a contender to host the 2019 World Cup should Japan be stripped of the event.

Watson still missing for Kings

Experienced centre Tim Whitehead will continue to lead the EP Kings in the absence of injured Luke Watson.

Groom to lead Western Province

Scrumhalf Nic Groom will captain Western Province against the Sharks on Saturday in the absence of injured Nizaam Carr.

Bok boost for Blue Bulls

Springbok Jan Serfontein will start at inside centre when the Vodacom Blue Bulls take on the Golden Lions at Loftus.

Pietersen shifts to 10 for Sharks

Joe Pietersen will start at flyhalf when the Sharks take on Western Province in Durban on Saturday.

‘SA rugby is transformed’

Saru president Oregan Hoskins has hit out at those who have criticised the rate of transformation in South African rugby.

Mohoje to lead Cheetahs

Oupa Mohoje will captain the Free State Cheetahs in Friday’s clash against the EP Kings in PE as the Springbok loose forward returns to the starting lineup.

Potential World Cup stars (Part 1)

Xola Ntshinga and Kaunda Ntunja look at the players who will need to be kept under wraps in Pool A and B at the World Cup.

Potential World Cup stars (Part 2)

Xola Ntshinga and Kaunda Ntunja look at some of the potential star players from Pool C and D at the World Cup.

Boudjellal refutes Toulon doping link

Toulon president Mourad Boudjellal has denied any wrongdoing on the part of the club or players with regard to allegations surrounding a criminal investigation.