Whiteley back for Lions

Warren Whiteley will lead the Lions against the Sharks in Saturday’s clash at Ellis Park.

New recruits start for Sharks

Flyhalf Rob du Preez and wing Makazole Mapimpi have been included in the Sharks’ starting lineup for Saturday’s Super Rugby opener against the Lions at Ellis Park.

Marais at No 10 for Cheetahs

The inclusion of Niel Marais at flyhalf is one of six changes to the Cheetahs lineup for their match against the Glasgow Warriors on Friday.

Makase to wing it for Kings

Michael Makase will start on the left wing for the Kings against the Ospreys in Swansea on Friday.

Smal rebuffs Cardiff links

Western Province director of rugby Gert Smal has denied rumours linking to him to the Cardiff Blues head coaching job.

Tahs demolish Rebels

Israel Folau scored a try in the Waratahs’ 47-15 warm-up win against the Rebels in Sydney on Thursday.

Highlanders hammer Crusaders

A Matt Faddes hat-trick powered the Highlanders to a 42-26 win over the Crusaders in a Super Rugby warm-up game at Fred Booth Park.

Canes too good for Blues

The Hurricanes scored four tries to beat the Blues 26-14 in their pre-season match in Warkworth on Thursday.

Smal linked with Cardiff job

Western Province director of rugby Gert Smal has reportedly held talks with the Cardiff Blues over their head coach role.

Junior Boks to face Georgia first up

The Junior Springboks will kick off their World Rugby U20 Championship campaign against Georgia in Perpignan on 30 May. The encounter, which will be hosted at Stade Aimé Giral at 18:30 (SA time), is the opening match of the tournament, World Rugby announced on Wednesday. Chean Roux’s team, who have been drawn in Pool C, will play their two remaining… Read more →