Coach proud of young Lions’ effort

Ivan van Rooyen says the Golden Lions made big strides in this year’s Currie Cup despite being knocked out in the semi-finals by the Sharks on Saturday.

Jaco heaps more misery on Toulon

Edinburgh thrashed Toulon 40-14, while there were also wins for Castres, Munster, Racing, Saracens and Leicester in round two of the European Champions Cup.

SWD crowned First Division champs

The SWD Eagles overturned a 12-point deficit to beat the Valke 36-27 and clinch the Currie Cup First Division trophy in George on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

SA Rugby suspends Border

The Border Rugby Union has been suspended from SA Rugby membership as a consequence of its dire financial position and ongoing administration issues.

Smit appointed to Sarla board

World Cup-winning captain John Smit has been appointed as a board member of the South African Rugby Legends Association.

Blitzbok to start for Bulls

Centre Dylan Sage has been included in the Blue Bulls side to take on Western Province in the Currie Cup semi-final in Cape Town on Saturday.

Leyds returns for Western Province

Dillyn Leyds returns at fullback and Damian Willemse will shift to flyhalf for Western Province’s semi-final against the Blue Bulls at Newlands on Saturday.

Jones calls up two Saffas for England

Flank Michael Rhodes and prop Nick Schonert have been selected in England’s 36-man squad for the November Tests.

Tonga star set to have chemo treatment

Former Highlanders captain and current Tonga international Nasi Manu will undergo chemotherapy after he was diagnosed with a form of urological cancer.

Dell, Nel to front Springboks

South African-born props Allan Dell and WP Nel have been selected in Scotland’s 40-man squad for the November Tests.