Ralepelle to appeal doping ban

Former Springbok hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has officially confirmed that he will be appealing his eight-year ban for doping.

Lions make play for Maxwane

Out-of-contract Cheetahs wing Sibahle Rabz Maxwane is poised to join the Lions on a two-year deal.

Barrett set for mega-money Japan move

Beauden Barrett has reportedly agreed to join Japanese Top League team Suntory Sungoliath in a deal that would have him earn £780,000 per season.

Best of YouTube: SA schoolboys’ big hits

In another selection from YouTube, check out this compilation by Die Hard Rugby of big tackles and bump-offs from South African schoolboy rugby players.

Klopp wants Liverpool to follow All Blacks’ example

Jürgen Klopp says he wants Liverpool to channel the spirit of the All Blacks to ensure they continue to give 100% and do not become complacent after one Premier League title win.

Rewind: Habana’s brace vs Wallabies (2005)

Look back at when Bryan Habana showed his express pace to score a brace of tries in the Springboks’ 22-19 victory over the Wallabies in 2005.

P Div: Chiliboy a victim of preconceived ideas

Former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers says Chiliboy Ralepelle was ‘one of the heroes of South Africa’ after overcoming challenging circumstances to reach the top of the game.

Havili at fullback as Crusaders reshuffle

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has made five personnel changes and a positional switch to his starting XV for their match against the Highlanders in Dunedin.

Changes up front for Highlanders

Highlanders coach Aaron Mauger has opted for a new front row in his team selection for Saturday’s Super Rugby Aotearoa clash with the Crusaders in Dunedin.

Rebels go with star-studded backline

The return of Reece Hodge has boosted the Rebels’ starting lineup for Saturday’s clash with the Brumbies in Canberra.