Lood, Boks dealt further blow

Lood de Jager is set to be sidelined for at least six months after a second scan on Wednesday revealed his injury is worse than initially expected.

Superbru: Stormers by 8-12

Before you make your Superbru picks for this weekend’s Super Rugby and Pro14 games, take a look at the SA Rugby magazine team’s predictions.

Romania appeal points deduction

The Romanian Rugby Union will appeal the decision to deduct points from the national team for fielding ineligible players, which prevented their progression to the 2019 World Cup.

Schools Top 20 rankings (16 May)

Paul Roos remain top of the Rugby365 rankings after their 44-21 win against Bishops on Saturday.

Matfield: Boks should back Snyman

Victor Matfield says he would pick RG Snyman and Pieter-Steph du Toit as the lock pairing for the June Test series against England.

Super Rugby teams (Round 14)

Take a look at who is playing this weekend before you make your Superbru and Fantasy League picks.

Ireland to play Italy in USA

Ireland will face Italy at Soldier Field in Chicago on 3 November.

Blues opt to retain Umaga

The Blues have confirmed that Tana Umaga will remain as head coach until at least the end of the 2019 Super Rugby season.

Russia to replace Romania in 2019 World Cup

Russia will automatically qualify for the 2019 World Cup as Europe 1 after Romania, Belgium and Spain all had points deducted for fielding ineligible players.

Pollard to skipper Bulls in Argentina

Handre Pollard will lead the Bulls in the absence of the injured Burger Odendaal in this Saturday’s clash against the Jaguares.