Brits: The ball is in my court

Schalk Brits cannot wait for the opportunity to lead through on-field actions as a largely unexpected season with the Vodacom Bulls beckons, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Bulls receive fitness boost

The Vodacom Bulls have been boosted by the return to fitness of several players a month before they play their opening Vodacom Super Rugby match against the Stormers.

Triple boost for Kings

Kings utility back Sibusiso Sithole is available for selection for Friday’s match against the Cheetahs, while Masixole Banda and Tertius Kruger have recovered from their injuries.

Kings confirm Willemse talks

The Kings have confirmed that captain Michael Willemse is negotiating a move to Edinburgh at the end of the season.

Du Preez set for spell on sidelines

Sharks flanker Jean-Luc du Preez will miss the start of the Vodacom Super Rugby season due to an injury sustained during a short-term stint in England, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Faf’s rousing return to Test rugby

Faf de Klerk established himself as one of the Springboks’ most influential players in 2018, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Lood: I must lead by example

Bulls lock Lood de Jager says his captaincy will be inspired by his experience under leaders who ‘stood up when the chips were down’.

Watch: In Conversation with Jean de Villiers

Ali Bacher chats to former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers about his rugby career.

Kings prop banned for eye-gouging

The Kings will go into a crucial three-week period without Pieter Scholtz after the tighthead prop was handed a three-match ban for eye-gouging.

Watch: Kolisi a reluctant king

RYAN VREDE says Siya Kolisi cannot be elevated to a throne where he’s not comfortable.