Chance encounter helped Duane return to SA

Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen has revealed how a fortunate encounter with a good samaritan enabled him to return home after initial fears of being stranded in Japan.

Waiting game for Saffas abroad

Many players based at overseas clubs remain subject to local training regimens despite the pandemic and their desire to return to their families in South Africa. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Saffas kick up a storm in USA

Joe Pietersen, Kurt Coleman, Carl Meyer and Robbie Petzer produced flawless kicking displays for their respective teams in round five of the American Major League.

Faf, Lood make Sale Sharks impact

Springboks Faf de Klerk and Lood de Jager both made their presence felt as they both came off the bench to help the Sale Sharks beat the London Irish in round 13 of the Premiership.

Marx, Kwagga, Cronje light up Top League

Malcolm Marx, Kwagga Smith and Lionel Cronje starred for their respective teams in round six of the Japanese Top League this past weekend.

Meyer helps New Orleans bounce back

Carl Meyer scored 17 points as New Orleans beat the Colorado Raptors in the third round of Major League Rugby on Saturday.

Kockott on target for Castres

Rory Kockott got on the scoresheet to help Castres to a 10-point win over Pau in round 16 of the French Top 14 this past weekend.

Carr on point as Wasps sting Saracens

Nizaam Carr got on the scoresheet as Wasps handed Saracens a 60-10 thrashing in the 11th round of the English Premiership on Friday.

Beast successful in Major League debut

Beast Mtawarira tasted success in his first outing in the American Major League as Old Glory DC shocked the Seattle Seawolves with a 28-22 victory in round two of the tournament.

Saffas Abroad: Vermeulen helps Exeter go top

Jacques Vermeulen scored a try to help the Exeter Chiefs claim a 26-15 victory over Gloucester and climb to the top of the English Premiership table.