Ralepelle: It’s a sad end to my career

Former Springbok hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has revealed his disappointment at having his career all but ended by a long-term doping ban.

Teams: Super Rugby Aotearoa and AU

Before making your Superbru predictions, check out all the teams for Super Rugby Aotearoa and AU this weekend.

Ralepelle’s lawyers considering appeal

Former Springbok hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle’s lawyer says there may be legal grounds on which he can appeal his long-term ban for doping.

Louw: English will have point to prove in Lions tour

Former Springbok flank Francois Louw says England’s players will want to prove a point during the British & Irish Lions tour in 2021.

Best of YouTube: SA schoolboys’ speed, steps

In another selection from YouTube, check out this compilation from Die Hard Rugby of South African schoolboy rugby players showcasing their incredible pace and sidesteps.

Watch: Sam Cane – Player Cam

After featuring playmakers Beauden Barrett and Aaron Cruden in the first two rounds of Super Rugby Aotearoa, the innovative ‘Sky Sport Player Cam’ switched focus to returning Chiefs captain Sam Cane.

Watch: Inside Scoop with Ian Foster

All Blacks coach Ian Foster provides his thoughts on the proposed All Blacks-Kangaroos hybrid match, plans for the Rugby Championship, the standard of Super Rugby Aotearoa and the selection criteria for the North vs South trial match.

Money Man Show: Looking forward to a great July

The Money Man and Mark Keohane discuss all things happening in the rugby world at the moment.

Ralepelle handed long-term ban

Former Springbok and Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has been handed an eight-year ban after testing positive for a banned substance last year.

Rookies start for Waratahs

Coach Rob Penney has named two uncapped players in the Waratahs starting XV for Friday’s Super Rugby AU opener against the Reds in Brisbane.