New-look Bok back row taking shape

Francois Louw is excited by the prospect of resuming his back-row partnership with fellow flanker Siya Kolisi when the Boks host Argentina this Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Durban.

Double injury blow for Cheetahs

Prop Charles Marais and lock Walt Steenkamp have been ruled out of the Cheetahs’ first two Currie Cup games of the season due to injury.

Kolisi a unifying force

Siya Kolisi has helped to bring the Springboks, and South Africa, together, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Sharks duo set for central Bok role

André Esterhuizen and Lukhanyo Am are set to start their first Test as a midfield combination when the Springboks host Argentina this Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports from Durban.

Eben ready to front Pumas

Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Eben Etzebeth is the favourite to start against Argentina in the Rugby Championship opener on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI in Durban reports.

Trio may stay with Boks

Rassie Erasmus says that overseas-based players Francois Louw, Faf de Klerk and Willie le Roux may remain with the Springboks if the team is hit by injuries or poor results, writes JON CARDINELLI in Durban.

Watch: Springbok press conference

What Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus had to say ahead of their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina.

Lions find no racism in club incident

The Lions have confirmed that they found no evidence of racism in an incident between the Roodepoort and Wanderers rugby clubs.

Jantjies, Mapoe extend Lions stay

Elton Jantjies and Lionel Mapoe have both signed one-year contract extensions with the Lions.

Ralepelle to lead Sharks

Sharks hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle will captain the side during the 2018 Currie Cup season.