Du Toit: It’s a blessing to be back

Hear what star duo Pieter-Steph du Toit and Damian Willemse had to say ahead of the Stormers’ Rainbow Cup clash against the Sharks on Saturday.

UP-Tuks vs UCT derby off

The Varsity Cup clash between UCT and UP-Tuks on Friday evening has officially been called off due to Covid-19 protocols.

Crusaders announce surprise Matera signing

The Crusaders confirmed on Friday that Argentinian loose forward Pablo Matera has signed with the club for the 2022 Super Rugby season.

Wessels steps down as Rebels coach

South Africa-born Dave Wessels confirmed on Friday that he will be stepping down from his role as Melbourne Rebels head coach.

Bok depth promises success against the Lions

‘The War Room’ celebrates the depth of talent in South African rugby as the series culminates with Mark Keohane and Zelim Nel comparing the Bok squads chosen to battle the Lions.

Siya ready to do battle as Pieter-Steph returns

Sean Everitt says Siya Kolisi is primed and ready to take on his former teammates when the Stormers host the Sharks on Saturday.

Kriel to captain Lions, Zeilinga at 10

Dan Kriel will lead the Lions out in the absence of Elton Jantjies in their Rainbow Cup derby against the Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday.

Powerhouse Bok pack to bash Lions

The depth in the Springbok tight five is evident, as SA Rugby magazine readers have backed the likes of RG Snyman and Franco Mostert to face the British & Irish Lions in an injury crisis.

Head to Head: Rugby’s controversial red-card trial

Mariette Adams and Dylan Jack debate whether the red-card replacement law trial will have a positive impact during the upcoming Rainbow Cup derbies.

Smith: Old Super Rugby was better

All Blacks and Highlanders scrumhalf Aaron Smith believes the old Super Rugby format including South African teams was superior to the current Aotearoa format.