Japan pull out of Eight Nations competition

The Japan Rugby Football Union has withdrawn its national side from the forthcoming eight-team Test tournament involving the European Six Nations teams and Fiji later this year.

Snyman set to assume ‘mentor’ role at Munster

Springbok lock RG Snyman is set to share his experience with Munster’s younger locks after his season-ending injury minutes into his debut.

Whiteley to go under the knife

Springbok and Lions loose forward Warren Whiteley has confirmed that he will undergo knee surgery at the end of the year to give himself the best chance of playing rugby again.

Kings exodus begins

After the Kings’ withdrawal from domestic competitions, captain JC Astle and promising loose forward Elrigh Louw are set to make their exits from the franchise.

Tahs bring in NRL star for must-win clash

Waratahs coach Rob Penney has selected Tepai Moeroa in the starting lineup for Saturday’s all-important Super Rugby AU match against the Melbourne Rebels in Sydney.

Brache in, Stander out for Force

The Brumbies and Force have named their teams for Friday’s crucial Super Rugby AU match in Canberra.

Saders confident of retaining Razor’s services

Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge says Scott Robertson will still be the franchise’s head of coach next year even if he takes a role with the British & Irish Lions.

Munster look to academy after ‘devastating’ Snyman injury

Munster assistant coach Stephen Larkham says the club has no plans to sign a lock after ‘devastating’ injuries to South African pair RG Snyman and Jean Kleyn.

MyPlayers encourages personal choice over demonstrations

Players representative body MyPlayers has outlined that it will not be taking a collective stance on any political movement, including Black Lives Matter.

Book reveals Rassie’s referee analysis

An excerpt from a new book looking at how the Springboks won the World Cup has revealed the extent to which the team analysed referees during the tournament.