Premiership to accept extended Test window
English Premiership clubs have reluctantly accepted World Rugby’s plan to hold extra Test matches – including the Rugby Championship – during December.
Erasmus: Next year holds much promise
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has encouraged schoolboy players, especially matrics, to not lose sight of their ambitions following the cancellation of the youth rugby season.
Hurricanes end Crusaders’ Christchurch streak
Jordie Barrett was at the heart of a brutal physical performance in the Hurricanes’ 34-32 win over the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
White brings Swart to Loftus
The Vodacom Bulls have confirmed the signing of versatile back Clinton Swart from Japanse Top League club Toyota Verblitz.
Ralepelle: I refuse to be the fall guy
Hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has instigated legal proceedings as he looks to challenge the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport following his eight-year ban from the game.
Chiliboy’s appeal based on ‘errors and forged evidence’
Disgraced ex-Bok Chiliboy Ralepelle has indicated that his appeal on his eight-year ban for substance abuse is based on irregularities during the testing process and evidence tampering.
Winless Chiefs make solitary change
Warren Gatland has made just one personnel change to the Chiefs’ starting lineup for their showdown with the Blues in Auckland on Sunday.
Creative thinking required for Japan-based Boks
Jacques Nienaber has suggested Japanese-based Bok players could train with local franchises to help stay fit ahead of the Rugby Championship.
Leicester Tigers capture Wiese
The Leicester Tigers have confirmed the acquisition of loose forward Jasper Wiese from the Cheetahs for the 2020-21 European season.
Cheetahs unveil squad to see out season
The Cheetahs have named 39 players who will represent the team for the remainder of the current season.
