Velleman returns for Kings

Flank CJ Velleman will play off the Kings bench in their Pro14 match against the Glasgow Warriors in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.

Goodwood player passes away

Goodwood Rugby Club wing Kyle Barnes has died after suffering a freak neck and head injury while playing for the club’s 1st XV on the weekend.

Varsity and Schools Sevens to coincide

The first national Schools Sevens tournament will be held during the Varsity Sevens from 5-6 October at the Pirates Rugby Club in Johannesburg.

Tui withdraws from Wallabies squad

Lukhan Tui has not been included in the Wallabies’ 30-man squad for the Rugby Championship matches against the Springboks and Argentina.

Hogg to miss Bok Test

Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg will miss their November internationals after being ruled out of action for up to 12 weeks with an ankle injury.

Erasmus asked for Willemse shift

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus requested to have Damian Willemse play at fullback in Western Province’s Currie Cup match against Griquas on Saturday.

All Blacks rest Read for Argentina clash

All Blacks captain Kieran Read has not been included in the 32-man squad for their Rugby Championship match against Argentina in Buenos Aires.

Ungerer to rejoin Kings

The Kings have confirmed the signing of scrumhalf Stefan Ungerer from the Pumas.

Ioane brothers ink long-term deals

Rieko and Akira Ioane have both signed long-term contracts with New Zealand Rugby.

Springbok Women to tour Europe

The Springbok Women will play three away Tests against Wales, Spain and Italy in November.