Mapoe returns for Lions

Lionel Mapoe will start at outside centre for the Lions in Saturday's pre-season friendly against the Bulls in Polokwane.

Heart concern for Cornal

Springbok winger Cornal Hendricks is suffering from a serious heart condition that threatens to jeopardise his rugby career.

Joubert in firing line again

World Rugby is investigating Craig Joubert after New Zealand played with an extra man against Australia at the Sydney Sevens last weekend.

Highlanders suffer Buckman blow

Highlanders utility back Richard Buckman has been ruled out for the entire Super Rugby season after suffering a serious shoulder injury.

Gold Cup pools confirmed

SA Rugby has announced the pools for the inaugural Gold Cup taking place in September.

O’Connell calls it a day

Ireland great Paul O’Connell has retired from all rugby with immediate effect.

Horie to lead Sunwolves

Shota Horie has been confirmed as the Sunwolves’ captain for this year’s Super Rugby tournament.

Goromaru set for Reds debut

Fullback Ayumu Goromaru has been named in the Reds' match-day squad for their pre-season fixture against the Brumbies in Ballymore on Friday.

England rise in rankings

England have moved up to seventh place in the World Rugby rankings following their 15-9 victory over Scotland at Murrayfield.