Breakdown law enforcement should be celebrated

The stricter policing of breakdown laws is a vitally important change being enforced at the start of Super Rugby Aotearoa, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Aotearoa performances: Are there replacements for Read?

DYLAN JACK looks back at the opening round of Vodacom Super Rugby Aotearoa and picks out the five most impressive performances.

Talking points: Super Rugby Aotearoa (Round 1)

DYLAN JACK looks at three major talking points from the first round of action from Vodacom Super Rugby Aotearoa.

All hail the return of live rugby

After a near three-month absence, the resumption of compelling live action was food for the rugby lovers’ soul this weekend , writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Super Rugby Aotearoa preview: Hurricanes

The Hurricanes will hope that the presence of All Blacks loose-forward Ardie Savea will help the team find more consistency during Vodacom Super Rugby Aotearoa, writes DYLAN JACK.

SA Rugby shouldn’t rush to leave Sanzaar alliance

SA Rugby should carefully consider whether a move to the northern hemisphere is worth potentially losing regular fixtures against New Zealand teams, writes DYLAN JACK.

Reinach elevated his game in England

Cobus Reinach has demonstrated how a carefully considered and well-timed move abroad can prove to be immensely beneficial, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Light at the end of the tunnel

The go-ahead from South Africa’s sports ministry for rugby teams to return to training will come as a welcome relief and sign of hope for players and coaches, writes DYLAN JACK.

Stormers, Sharks left to ponder after Simelane decision

The Stormers and Sharks will have consider their midfield options after Wandisile Simelane’s decision to commit to the Lions, writes DYLAN JACK.

Willemse needs time to shine

The clarity and commitment to continue backing Damian Willemse to settle at flyhalf can only benefit the talented youngster going forward, writes CRAIG LEWIS.