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).

Super Rugby or Olympics for Wallabies

Wallabies players will be forced to choose whether to compete in Super Rugby or sevens at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Speight close to Wallabies reality

Fijian-born Brumbies winger Henry Speight will become eligible to play for the Wallabies from 11 September 2014.

Star-studded Legends team for Tens

Former Fijian, Springbok, England and All Blacks stars will headline the Legends team at the Cape Town Tens next month.

Halfpenny confirms Toulon move

Wales fullback Leigh Halfpenny has signed a two-year, £1.5-million deal with Toulon.

Seven Saffas to face Sharks

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.

Rhodes off the hook

Western Province forward Michael Rhodes has escaped further sanctions after being cited for a dangerous tackle in the Currie Cup final last season.

Ellis Park not ready for Lions

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.

‘Overseas stars hurting French rugby’

French coach Philippe Saint-André believes that the influx of foreign stars into the Top 14 is affecting their national side.

IRB trials rugby goggles

Rugby players who wear glasses will now be able to see clearly during games thanks to the introduction of rugby goggles.