Kockott, Spedding in France squad

South African-born duo Rory Kockott and Scott Spedding have been included in France's initial 31-man squad ahead of the Six Nations.

Pumas keep status quo

The Pumas coaching team will remain as is for the duration of the Vodacom Cup following the departure of Jimmy Stonehouse to Japan.

Sharks have licence to thrill

The Sharks will be looking to play a more enterprising brand of rugby in 2015 according to assistant coach Paul Anthony.

Bakkies Botha finger injury

The veteran lock suffered a broken finger in Toulon’s 32-23 win over Racing Métro at the weekend.

English Premiership Tries of the Week (Round 13)

The top five tries from the past weekend's English Premiership matches.

Toulon vs Sharks promo

North meets south as the Sharks travel to France to face European champions Toulon on 5 February.

Loftus crowds hit record low

Loftus Versfeld experienced its lowest attendance numbers in 13 years during 2014.

Spedding signs for Clermont

France fullback Scott Spedding will join Top 14 leaders Clermont at the end of the season on a three-year deal.

Too good to ignore

Jaque Fourie and Frans Steyn must go to the World Cup, writes MARK KEOHANE in SA Rugby magazine.

Toulon keep pace at the top

Toulon kept up the pressure at the summit of the Top 14 with a 32-23 victory over Racing Métro at the Stade Mayol on an emotional day in France.