Bulls targeted Van Graan, Ackermann

Munster and Gloucester have rejected approaches from the Blue Bulls for head coaches Johann van Graan and Johan Ackermann respectively.

Springbok kit sponsor extends deal

SA Rugby has renewed its partnership with apparel sponsor Asics until 2024.

WP CEO wants Bulls job

WP Rugby CEO Paul Zacks has applied for the soon-to-be-vacant CEO role at the Blue Bulls Company.

Blitzboks face tough start in Dubai

The Blitzboks will face Samoa, Argentina and Zimbabwe during the pool phase of the Dubai Sevens.

‘Du Toit a completely different prop’

Robbie Kempson says Sharks prop Thomas du Toit has made a successful transition from loosehead to tighthead prop. DYLAN JACK reports.

Sharks set for scrum battle

Prop Juan Schoeman says the Sharks need to ‘fight for dominance’ from the very first scrum against a much-vaunted Western Province pack, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

‘Willemse must curb attacking instincts’

Joel Stransky says Damian Willemse should retain the Western Province No 10 jersey for Saturday’s Currie Cup final but play more conservatively. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Du Preez: Sharks focused on going full 80

Jean-Luc du Preez says the Sharks want to produce an 80-minute performance against Western Province in Saturday’s Currie Cup final at Newlands.

Smith: Pro14 break did Cheetahs good

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith says the two-week Pro14 break has aided their training efforts as they seek their first win of the season. DYLAN JACK reports.

Watch: De Jager on Bok return

Lood de Jager on his return from injury and training in the Stellenbosch heat.