Pocock returns to lead Wallabies

David Pocock will captain the Wallabies in his first game back when they take on Samoa in a World Cup warm-up in Parramatta on Saturday.

McConnochie finally set for England debut

Bath wing Ruaridh McConnochie will make his first start against Italy in the final World Cup warm-up game for England in Newcastle on Friday.

Japan’s Lappies to front Boks

Lappies Labuschagne has been named in Japan’s starting lineup to take on the Springboks in Kumagaya on Friday.

Van der Westhuizen to ref Currie Cup final

Referee Marius van der Westhuizen will be in charge of the Currie Cup final between the Cheetahs and Lions in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Boks ready to brave Japanese elements

Duane Vermeulen and Cheslin Kolbe say it is difficult to get accustomed to the weather conditions in Japan.

France change World Cup squad again

France head coach Jacques Brunel has named a revised 31-man squad for the World Cup, with lock Félix Lambey and prop Dany Priso missing out this time.

Gqoboka loan to Montpellier official

Springbok and Vodacom Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka has joined Top 14 giants Montpellier on a short-term loan deal during the World Cup.

Sharks confirm coaching lineup

Sean Everitt has been announced as the Sharks coach for the 2020 Vodacom Super Rugby season.

Deysel to lead Namibia at RWC

Namibia coach Phil Davies has named an experienced 31-man squad for the upcoming World Cup in Japan.

Frans Steyn has the ‘wow factor’

Former Springbok centre Pieter Muller says Frans Steyn’s ‘wow factor’ will be crucial for the Springboks at the World Cup in Japan despite his lack of game time.