Less is more for Super Rugby

The return to a straight round-robin format in Vodacom Super Rugby is long overdue, but there should be further changes, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Etzebeth ruled out of Canes clash

Due to concussion, Eben Etzebeth will not be available for the Stormers’ Vodacom Super Rugby match against the Hurricanes in Wellington on Saturday.

It’s official: Sunwolves to be axed

Sanzaar has confirmed that Vodacom Super Rugby will return to a 14-team, round-robin format in 2021.

Junior Boks to play in warm-up series

The Junior Springboks will face Georgia, Argentina and a Namibian XV as part of their preparations for the World Rugby U20 Championship in Argentina in June.

Gold Cup preview (Round 3)

A number of big sides could be eliminated early as the pool stage reaches a decisive point in round three of the Gold Cup on Saturday.

Super Rugby preview (Round 6, Part 2)

CRAIG LEWIS looks ahead to the final three Vodacom Super Rugby matches in round six, including the clashes involving the Vodacom Bulls and Sharks.

Super Rugby preview (Round 6, Part 1)

JON CARDINELLI looks ahead to the first four Vodacom Super Rugby matches in round six, including the clashes involving the Stormers and Lions.

Debreczeni at 10 for Chiefs

Jack Debreczeni will start at flyhalf in one of five changes to the Chiefs side for their clash against the Vodacom Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday.

Sunwolves call on Hattingh

The inclusion of South African lock Grant Hattingh is one of six changes to the Sunwolves’ starting lineup to face the Lions in Singapore on Saturday.

Much-changed Rebels to front Sharks

Jack Maddocks will shift to fullback in one of eight changes to the Rebels starting lineup to face the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.