Lood, Etzebeth injuries add to Bok lock stock concerns

Injuries suffered by both Lood de Jager and Eben Etzebeth over the weekend could force Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber to blood a new second-row combination, writes DYLAN JACK.

Reds beat Brumbies in dead rubber

The Reds finished their round-robin campaign on a high by claiming a 26-7 win over the Brumbies in Brisbane on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Most underrated Boks: Ryan Kankowski

In the latest addition to our new series, DYLAN JACK identifies innovative loose forward Ryan Kankowski as one of the most underrated Springboks.

Leinster into Pro14 final

Defending champions Leinster put in a clinical display of finals rugby to beat rivals Munster 13-3 in the first Pro14 semi-final in Dublin on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Encouraging news on Covid-19 front

Four of South Africa’s franchises reported minimal Covid-19 positive tests as they returned to full-contact training this week. DYLAN JACK reports.

Vermeulen putting hand up as Bok bolter

Jacques Vermeulen’s displays for would-be Premiership champions Exeter Chiefs should earn him a Springbok call-up later this year, writes DYLAN JACK.

Saffas Abroad: Sale’s Saffas, Exeter’s Vermeulen star

Faf de Klerk and Jacques Vermeulen put in standout performances as the Sale Sharks and Exeter Chiefs both scored big wins in the Premiership this weekend.

Vermeulen helps Exeter to big win

The Exeter Chiefs extended their lead at the top of the Premiership table with a nine-try 59-7 victory over the Worcester Warriors, while there were wins for Harlequins and Gloucester on Sunday.

Waratahs keep finals hope alive

The Waratahs kept their hopes of a top-three finish alive after claiming a thrilling 38-32 victory over the Rebels in Leichhardt on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Most underrated Boks: Aplon the Pocket Rocket

In the second part of a new series, DYLAN JACK identifies magician fullback Gio Aplon as one of the most underrated Springboks.