SA Sevens system has dual benefit

South Africa’s highly effective sevens system is increasingly serving to benefit the 15-man game, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Highlights: Kings vs Benetton

Highlights of Benetton Treviso’s 22-19 win against the Kings in Port Elizabeth.

Highlights: Cheetahs vs Connacht

Highlights of Connacht’s 21-17 win against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein.

Why Boks didn’t wear rainbow laces

SA Rugby has explained why the Springboks did not wear rainbow laces following the homophobic attack against former Wales captain Gareth Thomas.

Watch: Seven top tries from Dubai Sevens

Seven of the best tries from the Dubai Sevens, featuring England, Australia, the USA, Canada, Zimbabwe, Argentina and South Africa.

Lions continue Mostert battle

The Lions and SA Rugby are set to continue the fight for Franco Mostert after the lock made his Gloucester debut this weekend.

Zondagh, Matfield to take charge at Bulls

Alan Zondagh is set to become Bulls director of rugby and Victor Matfield head coach of the Super Rugby team.

Muir wanted Bosch at 10 for Sharks

Dick Muir has left the Sharks after clashing with head coach Robert du Preez over several issues, including who should play at flyhalf.

Four takeaways from past weekend

What we learned from the Dubai Sevens, Barbarians match at Twickenham and the Pro14, according to CRAIG LEWIS.

Kings fall to Benetton Treviso

Hooker Epalahame Faiva scored a hat-trick as Benetton Treviso beat the Kings 22-19 in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.