Mariette Adams

Mariette Adams

New Varsity Cup rules explained

The 10th edition of the Varsity Cup will see a number of rule and format changes, which includes the addition of a ninth team to the competition.

Calder: Smartphones impact on skills

Dr Sherylle Calder has warned England's Six Nations squad members to spend less time on their mobile phones as she believes it has a negative effect on players' skills and visual awareness.

Pollard back for Bulls

The Bulls have named a 39-man travelling squad for their trip to Harare in Zimbabwe where they will play the Lions in a pre-season friendly on Saturday.

Venter commits to Azzurri

Brendan Venter has signed a deal to stay on as Italy's defence coach through to the next World Cup.

Ireland call on rookies

Coach Joe Schmidt has included three uncapped players in Ireland's 40-man squad for the opening two rounds of the 2017 Six Nations.

Johnson inspires Wasps comeback

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend's European Champions Cup and European Challenge Cup matches, involving South African players.