Cheetahs chairman: We aren’t begging for external money

Free State Cheetahs chairman Ryno Opperman says reports that the union is in financial trouble are ‘simply not true’.

WP in deal with French twist, Sharks’ Masotti eyes up Sarries

A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including reports linking Western Province and the Sharks to giant overseas clubs.

Cheika on Montpellier’s radar

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is reportedly in contention to become the new head coach of French super club Montpellier.

‘Bulls have big chance to win Currie Cup’

Vodacom Bulls coach Jake White says playing their elimination games at ‘Fortress Loftus’ could have them charging to the Currie Cup title.

Good and bad news for Six Nations

Tournament organisers have confirmed that plans for the men’s Six Nations remain as scheduled, but that the women’s and U20 competitions have been postponed until later this year due to Covid-19.

Covid-19 outbreak stops Top League season start

The Japan Rugby Football Union has decided to delay the start of the 2021 Japanese Top League season due to a Covid-19 outbreak among players and staff.

WP taking extra precautions ahead of semi-finals

John Dobson says Western Province are focusing on keeping their players conditioned, while taking every precaution to ensure any potential Covid-19 impact is minimised ahead of their Currie Cup semi-final next week.

Crusaders rope in experienced duo

The Crusaders have signed Rene Ranger and Josh McKay as injury cover ahead of the 2021 Super Rugby Aotearoa season.

NZ Rugby in $2-billion sale deal

An American private equity firm is in advanced negotiations to buy a 15% stake in New Zealand Rugby in a mega-deal worth billions of dollars.

Folau linked with rugby union return

Controversial former Wallaby Israel Folau could be set for a sensational return to rugby union following his sacking by Rugby Australia back in 2019.