Simon Borchardt

Simon Borchardt

Steyn set for Japanese stint

Frans Steyn will play a season in Japan after this year's Super Rugby tournament.

Jantjies faces tough task

Elton Jantjies will make just his second start this season when the Lions take on the Chiefs in Hamilton on Saturday.

Bulls back youth

Handré Pollard and William Small-Smith will make their first Vodacom Super Rugby starts for the Bulls against the Cheetahs at Loftus on Saturday.

Brits among Europe’s best

Saracens hooker Schalk Brits has been shortlisted for the 2014 European Player of the Year award.

Rossouw to retire

World Cup-winning Springbok forward Danie Rossouw will retire at the end of the European season.