Coetzee set for surgery
Marcell Coetzee is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a 'significant' knee injury with Ulster, which could throw his Springbok future into jeopardy.
Successor lined up for Cheeky
André Rademan has been identified as a possible successor to Cheeky Watson for the vacant EP Rugby president position. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Lions lose Brink for Reds clash
The Lions will be without flank Cyle Brink when they host the Reds on Saturday, while there is also uncertainty over the availability of prop Dylan Smith.
Du Plessis blow for Stormers
DHL Stormers flyhalf Jean-Luc du Plessis has been ruled out for up to six weeks with a groin injury.
Sánchez gets slap on wrist
Jaguares flyhalf Nicolás Sánchez has been suspended for just one week after being found guilty of dangerous play during his side's 36-24 win against the Lions.
Bulls coach wields axe
Boks Lood de Jager and Jan Serfontein will start as two of eight changes to the Bulls run-on XV for Friday's match against the Sunwolves in Pretoria.
Watch: 60m goal kick from off the field
Former Maritzburg College flyhalf Ruben van Blerk slotted this kick at the University of the Free State.
Players to boycott games over merger
Stade Français players, led in protest by Pascal Papé, have vowed to fight against the impending merger of their club with bitter-rivals Racing.
Jones: Hansen’s praise deceiving
England coach Eddie Jones has dismissed compliments from Steve Hansen, by comparing the All Blacks boss to the wolf in the Little Red Riding Hood fairytale.
Injury setback for Milner-Skudder
Hurricanes utility back Nehe Milner-Skudder has been ruled out of action for at least six weeks with a foot injury.
