Grobler ready for fresh start

Former Stormers and Western Province lock Gerbrandt Grobler believes the ban he has been serving for a failed drugs test could turn out to be a ‘blessing in disguise’, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Grobler heading to France

Former Stormers and Western Province lock Gerbrandt Grobler will join Racing 92 on a three-year deal, while Johan Goosen has extended his contract at the French club.

Perrett makes Super Rugby history

Amy Perrett will become the first female Super Rugby match official as an assistant referee in Saturday's match between the Rebels and Stormers.

France rise, Argentina fall

France have climbed two places to seventh in the World Rugby rankings following their convincing 27-0 victory over Argentina, who drop to ninth.

Junior Boks bomb, England take title

Argentina thrashed the Junior Boks 49-19 in Salford on Saturday to claim bronze in the World Rugby U20 Championship, while England beat Ireland 45-21 in the final. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.