Injury-hit Cheetahs back rookies in Currie Cup opener
Coach Hawies Fourie has named 13 debutants in the Cheetahs’ match 23 for their opening Currie Cup game of the season against Griquas in Kimberley on Saturday.
Leopards v SWD Eagles match cancelled
The Currie Cup First Division match between the Leopards and SWD Eagles, scheduled for Potchefstroom on Saturday, has been cancelled in line with Covid-19 protocols.
On this day in 1995: Boks win maiden RWC title
On this day 26 years ago, Joel Stransky hit a late drop goal as the Springboks beat the All Blacks 15-12 at Ellis Park after extra time to win their maiden Rugby World Cup at the first attempt.
Ex-Bok skipper hails ‘respected’ B&I Lions captain
Legendary former Springbok captain John Smit has come to the defence of under-fire British & Irish Lions captain Alun Wyn Jones, whom he believes embodies the spirit of rugby more than any other player.
World Rugby set for law changes at all levels
World Rugby is reportedly set to announce a series of law changes that will come into effect at all levels of the game from 1 August, including the 50/22 rule.
EP president on ventilator in ICU
EP Rugby president Andre Rademan has been admitted to the intensive care unit of a Gqeberha (PE) hospital after testing positive for Covid-19.
England lose Tuilagi to injury again
Manu Tuilagi has suffered a fresh injury setback that has forced him to withdraw from the England squad that will play Tests against USA and Canada next month.
WP alter lineup for Ellis Park clash
There are four changes to the Western Province starting lineup for their Currie Cup clash with the Lions in Johannesburg on Wednesday.
Lions welcome back seniors
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has made two changes to his side for their Currie Cup encounter with Western Province at Ellis Park on Wednesday.
British & Irish Lions prop: Physical battle will shape Test series
Zander Fagerson says the British & Irish Lions must win the physical battle if they are to emerge victorious in the three-Test series against South Africa.
