Rennie issues Wallabies a defensive challenge

Dave Rennie believes superior defence could be the difference between winning and losing for his Wallabies side when they face the All Blacks in Wellington on Sunday.

Three rookies in Wallabies starting XV

Head coach Dave Rennie has included three uncapped players in Australia’s run-on lineup for their Bledisloe Test against the All Blacks in Wellington on Sunday.

Mo’unga, Barrett in tandem, Ioane at 13

Richie Mo’unga and Beauden Barrett have both been selected in New Zealand’s starting lineup for Sunday’s Bledisloe Test against the Wallabies in Wellington.

Pumas’ Stonehouse blends youth, experience

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has named an experienced match-day squad for their Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked clash with the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Griquas unveil strong squad to front Bulls

George Whitehead will lead Griquas in their Vodacom Super Rugby Unlocked opener against the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus on Saturday.

Prominent Saffas absent from Covid-hit Sale Sharks team

The three Du Preez brothers and captain Jono Ross are the only South Africans who have been included in the Sale Sharks’ match 23 for their clash with the Worcester Warriors on Wednesday.

Sharks snap up Kings duo Penxe, Bholi

The Sharks have signed Kings pair Yaw Penxe and Thembelani Bholi on short-term deals with immediate effect.

Kolbe’s form rewarded in France

Cheslin Kolbe has been voted the French Top 14 Player of the Month for September following his superb performances for Toulouse.

Latsha named in top-12 women in African rugby

Rugby Africa has named Springbok Women’s prop Babalwa Latsha as one of the top-12 leading women in rugby on the continent.

Saffas Abroad: Kolbe’s amazing purple patch continues

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the South African players who featured for their respective clubs in round three of the French Top 14 this weekend.