Boks slip to sixth in rankings
The Springboks have plummeted to sixth position in the World Rugby rankings following their 34-32 loss to Japan.
Mariette Adams
Fofana to ignite Les Bleus backline
Wesley Fofana's timely return from injury could spark the French backline against Romania at London's Olympic Stadium on Wednesday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Hollenbach calls it quits
Golden Lions centre Alwyn Hollenbach announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect because of injury.
Bulls lose Smit
Vodacom Blue Bulls flank Roelof Smit has been ruled out of Friday's Currie Cup match against the Sharks at Kings Park.
Strauss to debut for Scotland
Josh Strauss has been included in Scotland's match 23 for their World Cup opener against Japan at Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester on Wednesday.
Goromaru’s boot hurts Boks
SARugbymag.co.za looks at the players who topped the stats in five key areas of the game this past weekend.
Samoa beat plucky USA
Samoa claimed a hard-fought 25-16 victory against the USA in Brighton on Sunday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Georgia upset Tonga
Georgia withstood a late surge by Tonga to clinch a 17-10 win in Gloucester on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Cheetahs pounce against Griquas
Sergeal Petersen scored twice as the Free State Cheetahs eased to a 44-24 bonus-point win over Griquas in Bloemfontein on Saturday.
