Simon Borchardt

Simon Borchardt

Dusautoir out of Six Nations

France's Six Nations hopes have been dealt a seismic blow with the news that captain Thierry Dusautoir will miss the tournament.

Cheetahs shake off the rust

The Cheetahs thrashed Shimlas 66-19 at Free State University on Friday, while their second-choice side lost 21-19 to Griquas.

More cash for French clubs

The Ligue Nationale de Rugby has announced a new five-year deal with Canal+ for exclusive French Top 14 TV rights, worth an average of €71-million per season.