Bok heavyweight returns for Lions
The Lions have been boosted by the return of an experienced Springbok for their clash with the Stormers in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Blitzboks bring in big guns for preparation tournament
There will be familiar faces among the South African sevens squads assembled by Neil Powell for the second tournament of Rugby Africa’s Solidarity Sevens Camp.
Ex-Stormer: Duhan’s going to light up South Africa
Former Stormers, Wales and British & Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts has backed Duhan van der Merwe to make a significant impact in the Lions’ three-Test series against the Springboks.
Sharks swap one for top-of-the-table Bulls clash
The Sharks team named to take on the Bulls shows just one change in the backline for their match at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Blitzboks to delay entry into Olympic Village
Neil Powell has revealed the reason behind the decision to move his Blitzboks into the Olympic Village just three days before their quest for gold at the Olympic Games gets under way in Tokyo.
All Black accused of assaulting woman
New Zealand Rugby has confirmed an investigation was launched into allegations that a current All Black was involved in an assault on a woman in Dunedin.
Chiefs deny unruly behaviour after final loss
Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan is adamant none of his players or staff were involved in disorderly conduct at their Christchurch hotel after losing to the Crusaders in the Super Rugby Aotearoa final.
Bok extends Cheetahs stay
A World Cup-winning Springbok has agreed to a contract extension that will have him remain at the Cheetahs until October 2022.
Marler: Lions must take psychiatrist to SA
England prop Joe Marler has urged the British & Irish Lions to bring a clinical psychiatrist with them when they tour South Africa later this year.
World Rugby confirms mid-year Test schedule
A strong revised programme of men’s Test matches is set to take place in July after all unions and World Rugby agreed on an amended schedule within the existing window.
