Sharks coach rings the changes

Sharks coach Sean Everitt has made six changes to his starting XV for their crucial Currie Cup clash against Griquas in Durban on Saturday.

Lions swap props

Ivan van Rooyen has made two changes to the Lions’ starting lineup for Saturday’s Currie Cup encounter against the Pumas in Nelspruit.

Rugby scheduling changed due to new lockdown restrictions

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture confirmed on Tuesday that professional sport may continue, although all matches have to be concluded by 8pm in adherence with the nationwide curfew of 9pm.

UAR completes investigation into racism

The three Argentina players involved in a racism, xenophobia and discrimination scandal will have to ‘complete a series of educational courses’ before being allowed to play Test rugby again.

McGeechan calls for Itoje to replace Jones as Lions skipper

Sir Ian McGeechan says England lock Maro Itoje should captain the British & Irish Lions on their tour of South Africa in 2021 instead of Alun Wyn Jones who is ‘no longer a potential starter’.

Good news on injury front for Lions

The Lions could be boosted by the return of Jamba Ulengo in as little as a week’s time, while two other players are expected to return to fitness in time for the Currie Cup playoffs.

Covid-19 contact situation rules Kolisi out of action

Captain Siya Kolisi has been ruled out of Western Province’s upcoming match against the Cheetahs this weekend after coming into contact with a person who tested positive for Covid-19.

Steyn leads clinical Cheetahs past Sharks

Frans Steyn contributed 17 points as the Cheetahs thumped the Sharks 37-10 in Bloemfontein on Sunday.

Boland Rugby president passes away

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has expressed his condolences to the family of Boland Rugby Union president Ivan Pekeur, who passed away on Sunday in Worcester.

Highlights: WP oust Griquas at Newlands

Check out the highlights of Western Province’s five-try 34-17 victory over Griquas in Cape Town on Saturday.