Alexander: Players have the rights in relation to kneeling
In a New Frame podcast, SA Rugby president Mark Alexander explains the approach taken to addressing the Black Lives Matter movement and the act of kneeling.
Roc Nation adds Nkosi to their books
Roc Nation Sports, the management agency headed by Jay Z, has announced the signing of Springbok and Sharks wing Sbu Nkosi.
Irishman backs Farrell for Lions captaincy
Paul O’Connell believes England’s ‘standout leader’ Owen Farrell is the ideal candidate to captain the British & Irish Lions on the upcoming tour of South Africa.
Rainbow Cup to trial new law variations
World Rugby has approved the introduction of three new innovative law variations for use in the upcoming PRO Rugby Rainbow Cup featuring teams from South Africa, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and Italy.
Gatland cops more flak as Bath boss weighs in
Bath coach Stuart Hooper has now also lashed out at Warren Gatland over his stand-off with Premiership Rugby over the release and selection of England-based players for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour.
Smith laments ‘brutal’ Aotearoa competition as injuries take toll
All Blacks and Highlanders scrumhalf Aaron Smith believes the ‘intensity’ of Super Rugby Aotearoa is to blame for the high injury toll among the five New Zealand franchise squads.
Tensions mount in Lions camp as Baxter hits out at Gatland
Exeter Chiefs coach Rob Baxter has described the British & Irish Lions’ stance on the release of English Premiership players as ‘disingenuous’ ahead of their eight-match tour of South Africa.
Pick your emergency Bok scrumhalf for the Lions series
Following episode three of The War Room, you’ve locked in your preferred flyhalf and now it’s time to name your starting scrumhalf.
Next steps in Pacific Islands professional teams’ journey
In a significant step forward for Pacific Islands rugby, Moana Pasifika and the Fijian Drua have been granted conditional licences to join a planned new professional competition next year.
Etzebeth ruled out for ‘several weeks’ with finger injury
Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth has suffered a broken finger which is set to leave him sidelined for ‘several weeks’.
