All Blacks extend lead

The All Blacks have improved their position at the top of the world rankings following their last-gasp 29-28 win over the Wallabies in Brisbane.

Pollard should have played 10

Starting Handré Pollard at inside centre cost the Blue Bulls a chance of reaching the Currie Cup final, writes MARK KEOHANE in Business Day.

Season over for Brits?

Springbok hooker Schalk Brits will likely miss the rest of the season, including the November Tests, after suffering a knee injury playing for Saracens.

Cheika offered Wallabies role

Michael Cheika looks set to become the new Wallabies coach after confirming he is in negotiations with the ARU to replace Ewen McKenzie.

Carter, SBW back in black

Dan Carter and Sonny Bill Williams have been included in the All Blacks squad for the end-of-year tour.

Kockott edges closer to French debut

Rory Kockott has been called into the 30-man France squad to face Fiji, Australia and Argentina next month.

Halfpenny helps Toulon to victory

Leigh Halfpenny kicked 13 points as Toulon edged the Llanelli Scarlets 28-18 in the European Champions Cup on Sunday.

Who should start at flyhalf for WP in the Currie Cup final?

Whiteley leads from the front

Warren Whiteley turned in a captain's performance for the Golden Lions in their semi-final victory over the Sharks, writes BRENTON CHELIN.

Lions smash shocking Sharks

The Golden Lions ran in six tries to book their place in the Currie Cup final with a 50-20 victory over the Sharks at Ellis Park on Saturday. BRENTON CHELIN reports.