Preview: Varsity Cup semi-finals

Fans can expect two epic battles, including a north-south derby, when the Varsity Cup semi-finals take place at Tuks Stadium on Friday.

Habana shuts down P Div critic

Bryan Habana has come out in defence of his former coach, Peter de Villiers, who was criticised by a Springbok supporter online.

Bok pair make Kaino’s tough guy list

All Blacks great Jerome Kaino – who is expected to announce his retirement soon – has included two South Africans on the list of five toughest opponents he has faced throughout his career.

Ludik announces retirement

Former Lions, Sharks and Ulster utility back Louis Ludik has announced his retirement from professional rugby.

Watch: The Lions are coming  

Check out this compilation video showcasing the calibre of player that South Africa’s franchises and the Springboks will face during the British & Irish Lions series.

Bok quartet in star-studded Cheetahs lineup

Cheetahs coach Hawies Fourie has selected four capped Springboks, including Frans Steyn, in his team to front the Invitational side made up of players from around the country in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Saffa in British & Irish Lions performance staff team

British & Irish Lions boss Warren Gatland has named the performance staff for the 2021 tour of South Africa.

Watch: Ex-British & Irish Lions reflect on ‘ferocious’ 2009 tour

In episode three of the ‘Spirit of Rugby’ podcast, several former British & Irish Lions talk about why the 2009 tour of South Africa was the most physical they’d been involved in.

Italy to host maiden intercontinental Rainbow Cup final

The Stadio di Monigo in Treviso, Italy will play host to the ‘North vs South’ Rainbow Cup final on 19 June.

Nhleko: Prep for U20 international series on track

Junior Bok coach Bafana Nhleko has praised the strides made by the SA Rugby Academy players as they wrapped up the training phase of their programme with a series of chukkas against Western Province in Stellenbosch.