Joost heading abroad for research
Former Springbok captain Joost van der Westhuizen will travel to the United States for clinical studies into his form of motor neuron disease (MND).
Former Springbok captain Joost van der Westhuizen will travel to the United States for clinical studies into his form of motor neuron disease (MND).
Wallabies players will be forced to choose whether to compete in Super Rugby or sevens at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Fijian-born Brumbies winger Henry Speight will become eligible to play for the Wallabies from 11 September 2014.
Former Fijian, Springbok, England and All Blacks stars will headline the Legends team at the Cape Town Tens next month.
Wales fullback Leigh Halfpenny has signed a two-year, £1.5-million deal with Toulon.
Saracens have included six South Africans and a Namibian in their starting XV to play the Sharks in London on Saturday, with another Saffa on the bench.
Western Province forward Michael Rhodes has escaped further sanctions after being cited for a dangerous tackle in the Currie Cup final last season.
The Lions have been forced to move their two Super Rugby warm-up matches against the Leopards on Friday to Barnard Stadium in Kempton Park.
French coach Philippe Saint-André believes that the influx of foreign stars into the Top 14 is affecting their national side.
Rugby players who wear glasses will now be able to see clearly during games thanks to the introduction of rugby goggles.