Kolisi escapes sanction for ‘head-butt’

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has received a warning for an apparent head-butt on Scotland centre Peter Horne.

Pollard pleased with Springbok growth

Handré Pollard says the Springboks fought for each other on the field against Scotland in Edinburgh.

Erasmus: Le Roux tried to catch ball

Rassie Erasmus says Romain Poite’s decision to yellow card Willie le Roux at Murrayfield was a tough one for the referee to make.

Gatland doesn’t want flyhalf debate

Wales coach Warren Gatland says he is in a ‘good position’ to have three quality flyhalves to choose from for Saturday’s match against the Springboks in Cardiff.

Du Preez kicking haul not enough for Sale

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s Test and English Premiership matches involving South African players.

Thomas attacked for being gay

Former Wales captain Gareth Thomas was the victim of a homophobic assault in Cardiff on Saturday night.

Saracens survive Sale fightback

Saracens scored a late try to snatch a 31-25 win over Sale, while there were also Premiership wins for Gloucester, Harlequins, Bath, Northampton and Exeter.

‘Ireland the best team in the world’

How the New Zealand media reacted to Ireland’s 16-9 win against the All Blacks in Dublin.

Hansen to decide future after tour

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says he will make an announcement about his future next month with his contract set to expire after the 2019 World Cup.

Erasmus: Boks’ maturity starting to show

Rassie Erasmus praised the Springboks’ growing maturity after their hard-fought 26-20 victory over Scotland in Edinburgh on Saturday.