Gatland: Japan will offer stern test before SA tour
British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says a warm-up clash with Japan will serve as important preparation before the team heads to South Africa.
Aussie boss ‘disappointed’ by Bok decision
Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan says they were ‘perplexed’ by the decision for the Springboks to be withdrawn from the Rugby Championship.
Sharks get timely injury boost
Sharks coach Sean Everitt has confirmed that four key players, including Springbok wing Sbu Nkosi, have returned to fitness and will be available for selection against the Vodacom Bulls this weekend.
Value added to Steyn’s role for Cheetahs
Frans Steyn’s value to the Cheetahs will only be heightened following the unfortunate injury to captain Ruan Pienaar, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rewind: Springboks vs Japan (RWC 2019)
On this day one year ago, the Springboks booked a World Cup semi-final face-off with Wales after defeating Japan 26-3 in their quarter-final clash.
Kriel looking to grab Bulls opportunity
Vodacom Bulls youngster David Kriel says he cannot wait to show his worth at fullback after the team lost veteran Gio Aplon to a long-term injury.
Date set for 2021 World Cup draw
The official draw for the 2021 Women’s World Cup will take place on Friday, 20 November at the SkyCity Theatre in the heart of Auckland.
Van der Merwe to get Stormers chance?
Edwill van der Merwe may be set to get a rare start after Seabelo Senatla was ruled out of the Stormers’ match against the Pumas in Mbombela on Friday.
Aplon set for surgery
It’s been confirmed that veteran Vodacom Bulls fullback Gio Aplon has suffered a season-ending knee injury.
Van Rhyn ‘privileged’ to learn from Pieter-Steph
Stormers flank Ernst van Rhyn says he feels ‘privileged’ to be learning his trade under Pieter-Steph du Toit but is looking to offer the Springbok star some competition.
