Cheetahs look to Russia, USA to compete

The Cheetahs are exploring the possibility of joining competitive leagues in Russia or the USA following their expulsion from the expanded PRO16.

Sharks down plucky Russia

Wing Mtungwa Mapantsela scored a brace as the Sharks beat Russia 45-21 in Durban on Friday.

Sharks name composite team for Russia

The Sharks have named a largely second-string team to face Russia in their penultimate warm-up match in Durban on Friday.

Watch: Sharks warm-up highlights

The Sharks recorded a dominant 64-14 victory over Russia in a pre-season game last Friday. Check out all of their tries here.

Sharks thrash Russia, lose to NWU

The Sharks experienced mixed results in their first day of warm-ups as they lost to NWU before thrashing Russia in Durban on Friday.

Sharks to warm up against Russia

The Sharks will face Russia’s World Cup team in two warm-up matches as part of their preparations for the upcoming Vodacom Super Rugby season.

Highlights: Scotland vs Russia

Scotland’s World Cup playoff flame is still burning brightly after they demolished Russia 61-0 in their Pool A match on Wednesday.

Scotland win to keep hopes alive

Scotland’s World Cup playoff flame is still burning brightly after they demolished Russia 61-0 in their Pool A match on Wednesday, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Highlights: Ireland vs Russia

Ireland scored five tries to clinch a 35-0 bonus-point win against Russia in their Rugby World Cup Pool A clash on Thursday.

Ireland overcome stubborn Russia

Ireland ran in five tries to secure a hard-fought 35-0 bonus-point win over Russia in their Pool A World Cup encounter in Kobe on Wednesday.