Kings tweak pack for Scarlets

Coach Deon Davids has made three changes to the Kings’ pack for Friday’s Pro14 clash against the Scarlets in Port Elizabeth.

Jean-Luc back at No 7 for Sharks

Jean-Luc du Preez and Aphelele Fassi will start for the Sharks in Saturday’s Currie Cup final against Western Province at Newlands.

Botha says goodbye to Bulls

Bulls scrum coach Gary Botha has tendered his resignation, which will come into effect at the end of the junior season.

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.

‘Perenara deserves a start’

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen says scrumhalf TJ Perenara has earned a start against the Wallabies in Yokohama on Saturday.

Folau enjoyed off-field controversy

Israel Folau says the torrid period surrounding his comments about gays has taught him a lot despite coming close to giving up on rugby union.

McGeechan bemoans reduced Lions tour

Former British & Irish Lions coach Ian McGeechan is concerned about the team’s future as they face a shortened trip to South Africa in 2021.

Cheika shifts Folau to 13

Israel Folau will start at outside centre when the Wallabies face the All Blacks in the third Bledisloe Cup match in Yokohama on Saturday.

McKenzie to front Wallabies

Damian McKenzie will start at fullback for the All Blacks against the Wallabies in Yokohama on Saturday.