Paige leads young Free State

Rudy Paige will captain the Free State Cheetahs in their Currie Cup clash against the Sharks in Bloemfontein on Saturday.

Beyers on Kings bench for Pro14 opener

New signing Ulrich Beyers has been named in the Kings’ match 23 for Friday’s game against Zebre in Parma.

WP prepared for Pumas’ aerial assault

Western Province coach John Dobson says his side will be ready for the Pumas’ kicking game in Nelspruit on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.

‘South Africa produces top talent’

Outgoing Lions president Kevin de Klerk says one of the foremost challenges facing South African rugby revolves around financial constraints, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Watch: Bok fans must be patient

Craig Lewis and Ryan Vrede believe the South African rugby public must have realistic expectations for the Springboks.

De Allende returns for WP

Damian de Allende will start at inside centre as one of four changes to the Western Province team ahead of Friday’s match against the Pumas in Nelspruit.

Cheetahs brace for bruising Munster

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith is expecting a forward-dominated battle in their Pro14 opener against Munster in Limerick on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Lions president retires

Golden Lions president Kevin de Klerk has retired, ending his 50-year involvement with the union.

Analysis: Bok defensive breakdown

CRAIG LEWIS analyses some of the defensive issues and Argentina tactics that proved costly in the Boks’ loss last Saturday.

Boks likely to limit changes

The Springboks’ shock loss to Argentina could force Rassie Erasmus to change his selection plans for the clash against Australia next Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.