Cheetahs chair warns against ‘tough’ Rainbow Cup derbies
Free State Cheetahs chairman Ryno Opperman says the upcoming domestic Rainbow Cup could have an adverse effect on the Springboks’ hopes in the British & Irish Lions series.
Rainbow Cup off: What next?
With the Rainbow Cup set to be scrapped, it’s up to fans to come up with something to fill the hole in the rugby calendar – what do you think SA Rugby should consider as a replacement?
Why Jantjies chose Top 14
Elton Jantjies says his drive to be in the Springbok squad to front the British & Irish Lions led to his decision to play in the French Top 14.
Rainbow Cup plans set to be scrapped
South Africa’s involvement in the planned intercontinental Rainbow Cup is set to implode due to a lack of necessary clearances just days away from the scheduled kick-off.
Rainbow Cup to trial new law variations
World Rugby has approved the introduction of three new innovative law variations for use in the upcoming PRO Rugby Rainbow Cup featuring teams from South Africa, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and Italy.
Watch: Preparation Series best tries
Ahead of next Friday’s kick-off of the Rainbow Cup, look back at the best tries from what was an entertaining Preparation Series.
Jantjies explains thinking behind France move
Springbok flyhalf Elton Jantjies says the ultimate aim of his short-term loan to French club Pau is to keep him sharp for the upcoming British & Irish Lions series.
Icasa walks back free-to-air plans
Icasa has explicitly said the acquisition of exclusive rights to sporting events is not unlawful, but these exclusive rights must not prevent or hinder the free-to-air broadcasting of national sporting events.
Pick the greatest team in Super Rugby history!
Which team is the best in the history of Super Rugby? Your vote decides who goes through and who is eliminated from the race for the prestigious title of SA Rugby magazine readers’ Greatest Super Rugby Team.
Rassie gives SA teams thumbs up
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has lauded the eight provincial teams, match officials and local television broadcaster for their contribution to an attractive brand of rugby displayed during the recently concluded Preparation Series.
