Alberts back to lead SA Schools

SA Schools captain Adrian Alberts has recovered from an injury niggle to start in their second match against France in Stellenberg on Tuesday.

‘All Blacks ready for Folau’

All Blacks fullback Ben Smith says they have plans to deal with an expected aerial assault from the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday.

Lambie linked to Pro14 club

Springbok utility back Pat Lambie has been linked to Scottish club Edinburgh ahead of the 2018-19 Pro14 competition. 

EP, Boishaai vie for same coach

Paarl Boys’ High are reportedly leading the race to appoint Brent Janse van Rensburg as head coach.

Easter set to join Sharks

Former England and Harlequins No 8 Nick Easter is set to join the Sharks coaching setup for the duration of their Currie Cup campaign.

Bulls favourites to sign Duane

Duane Vermeulen is likely to accept a deal from the Bulls and SA Rugby that will see him play for the Pretoria-based franchise in next year’s Super Rugby tournament.

Bulls not asking R9-million for Mitchell

The Bulls have not requested £500,000 in compensation from the English RFU for the services of departing head coach John Mitchell.

Hansen defends All Blacks haka

Steve Hansen has hit back at former prop Kees Meeuws’ claim that the All Blacks haka is overused and has lost its mana.

Hooper fit for Rugby Champs opener

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has been included in a 28-man Wallabies squad for Saturday’s match against the All Blacks in Sydney.

Grey College, Paul Roos battle for No 1

Grey College will host Paul Roos Gimnasium this Saturday, while Monument and Helpmekaar clash in the Virseker Cup final. THEO GARRUN reports.