‘Springboks love Lions challenge’
Veteran prop Beast Mtawarira has predicted the Springboks’ high-profile three-Test series against the British & Irish Lions next year could go to a decider.
Beast: Thank God we brought Rassie back
Former Bok Beast Mwatawarira has revealed how he was on the brink of joining a French club before Rassie Erasmus persuaded him to stay on and give the World Cup another go.
NZ Rugby exploring All Blacks trial
Plans are in reportedly in place to hold a one-off All Blacks trial following the proposed franchise derby tournament.
Phillips was ‘drunk all the time’
It’s been revealed Wales international scrumhalf Mike Phillips was fired by French club Bayonne back in 2013 after arriving at a team meeting intoxicated.
Official: French Top 14 will be cancelled
It has been confirmed that the French Top 14 season will be abandoned after a deal was reached between clubs and league organisers.
Hansen grim about non-apology for ref blunder
Steve Hansen is dismayed that World Rugby never apologised for the refereeing decision that potentially cost the All Blacks a series victory over the British & Irish Lions in 2017.
Rugby’s Olympic slot under threat
Rugby is facing the shocking prospect of being dumped from the Olympics in the wake of the homophobic scandal that has rocked World Rugby.
‘I needed to confirm belief in myself again’
The Hurricanes’ South African import, Kobus van Wyk, has opened up on his high-profile move to the New Zealand franchise. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Coetzee parts ways with Canon Eagles
The Canon Eagles have confirmed the departure of Allister Coetzee after his two-year stint as head coach.
Foreigners in Wales: Percy makes top 10
Percy Montgomery was the lone South African inclusion on a list of the top 10 foreign signings made by Welsh clubs.
