Duhan singled out as PRO14’s best by peers
Edinburgh’s South African wing Duhan van der Merwe has been named the PRO14 Players’ Player of the Season for the 2019-20 campaign.
Dan du Preez makes statement in Sale Sharks win
The Sale Sharks beat Saracens 24-17 in an exciting clash, while there were also wins for the Exeter Chiefs, Bristol Bears, Wasps, Bath and Harlequins in round 19 of the English Premiership played on Tuesday and Wednesday.
WP defend position after board member quits
The Western Province Rugby Football Union has stated it will ‘not become involved in a war of words’ after Raymond van Niekerk resigned as a member of the board.
Proactive approach required for WP deal
WP Rugby’s leaders will need to act decisively if a prospective multi-million rand investment is to remain on track, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Hope grows for rugby’s return
The latest indications that there could be a further easing of lockdown restrictions will heighten excitement that a local rugby competition will soon be confirmed for kick-off.
Bakkies questions Farrell five-match ban
Legendary former Springbok Bakkies Botha has added his voice to those questioning Owen Farrell’s five-match ban for a horrendous tackle this past weekend.
Rebels, Reds unveil teams for playoff showdown
The Rebels have been bolstered by the return of Andrew Kellaway and Campbell Magnay, while the Reds have named an unchanged lineup for their Super Rugby AU playoff in Brisbane on Saturday.
Six-year ban for Fiji teen
The Fiji Rugby Union has confirmed that a teenage rugby player has been handed a six-year ban from all forms of rugby for attacking a referee.
Leinster wary of dangerous Ulster
Leinster assistant coach Felipe Contepomi says his side would not make the mistake of underestimating Ulster in their PRO14 final showdown in Dublin on Saturday.
Ulster coach looks to ‘clutch player’ Coetzee for inspiration
Dan McFarland believes Ulster will head into the PRO14 final against Leinster as underdogs and, should they have a chance to claim the title, it will depend on the performance of Marcell Coetzee.
