Simon Borchardt

Simon Borchardt

Boks release injured duo

Frans Steyn and Pieter-Steph du Toit have been temporarily released from the Springbok squad to continue their rehabilitation in Durban for the next few weeks.

Hurricanes sweat on Savea

Ardie Savea has been bracketed with Callum Gibbins at openside flank for Saturday's Vodacom Super Rugby final.

Folau to stay in rugby union

Israel Folau has committed his long-term future to Australian rugby after signing a three-year flexible contract through until the end of 2018.

Stander’s a standout performer

CJ Stander became the first non-Irishman to win Munster’s Player of the Year award and qualifies to play for Ireland after the World Cup. GERRY THORNLEY reports.

New sevens season

The 2015-16 World Rugby Sevens Series schedule includes new rounds in Sydney, Paris, Singapore, Cape Town and Vancouver.