Crusaders hold off Blues

The Crusaders scored four tries to claim a 32-24 win over the Blues in Auckland on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports. 

Toulon out after dramatic draw

Lyon advanced to the Top 14 semi-finals after scoring two tries to one in a 19-19 extra-time semi-final qualifier draw against Toulon on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Pro14 preview (semi-finals)

MARIETTE ADAMS looks ahead to the Pro14 semi-finals between the Glasgow Warriors and the Scarlets in Glasgow and the Leinster, Munster clash in Dublin.

Leinster crowned European champions

Isa Nacewa kicked a 79th-minute penalty goal as Leinster beat Racing 92 15-12 in Bilbao to claim a record-equalling fourth European title. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Epic Crusaders comeback stuns Tahs

The Crusaders fought back from 29-0 down after 29 minutes to beat the Waratahs 31-29 in Christchurch on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Roodepoort deny claims of racism

Roodepoort Rugby Club has found no evidence to back up claims of an alleged racial incident after concluding an internal investigation.

NZ Rugby releases Shields to England

Hurricanes loose forward Brad Shields will be available for England’s Test series against the Springboks in June after being released by New Zealand Rugby.

Koen pleased with Junior Boks progress

Junior Boks assistant coach Louis Koen says their tour of the UK has been perfect preparation for the World Rugby U20 Championship.

EP Rugby looking to offload ‘Kings’

CEO André Rademan has invited supporters to make recommendations should any potential name changes be brought to the Southern Kings ahead of the new Pro14 season.

Teichmann dismisses Pro14 rumours

Sharks CEO Gary Teichmann has rejected suggestions of more South African sides ditching Super Rugby for the Pro14 competition in Europe.