Smith to lead Lions in Durban

Kwagga Smith will take over as Lions captain in the absence of the rested Malcolm Marx in their clash against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Two Boks in Premiership Dream Team

Cobus Reinach and Franco Mostert were named in the English Premiership Team of the Year for the 2018-2019 season at an awards ceremony in London on Wednesday.

Bok duo’s return boosts Sharks team

Coach Robert du Preez has made four changes to the Sharks’ starting lineup ahead of Saturday’s match against the Lions in Durban.

Mnisi signs for Kings

Former Lions centre Howard Mnisi has left the franchise to join the Kings ahead of the 2019-20 Pro14 season. DYLAN JACK reports.

Player drain’s paralysing effect

The domestic game faces the crippling impact of the ever-increasing player drain as Springboks and the best local talent pack their bags for moves abroad, writes JOHN GOLIATH.

Vorster relishing Lions comeback

Lions centre Harold Vorster says he wants to contribute to the team’s quest to reach the Vodacom Super Rugby playoffs after making a timely return to the starting lineup.

Pollard heads home injured

Handré Pollard has returned from the Vodacom Bulls’ Australasian tour after suffering a calf injury in training during the week.

Sharks stars with SA Rugby magazine

The latest issue of SA Rugby magazine caught the eye of cover star Makazole Mapimpi and teammates Aphelele Fassi, Lukhanyo Am and Curwin Bosch.

Libbok at 10 for Bulls

Manie Libbok will start at flyhalf in the only change to the Vodacom Bulls’ starting lineup to face the Brumbies in Canberra on Friday.

Stormers need to unlock maul potential

The Stormers need to add some spice to their maul if they want to qualify for this year’s Vodacom Super Rugby playoffs, writes JOHN GOLIATH.