Erasmus: I will help Bulls if need be

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus says any involvement with the Bulls next year will be in line with his role as SA Rugby’s director of rugby.

‘Boks, Wallabies will be desperate’

Rassie Erasmus says the Springboks are determined to put things right against the Wallabies in Brisbane next Saturday after their loss to Argentina.

Valke stun defending champions

A last-minute try gave the Valke a thrilling 56-52 win against the Griffons, while there were also wins for the SWD Eagles and Leopards in the Currie Cup First Division.

Munster blank Cheetahs

Munster began their Pro14 title challenge with a 38-0 bonus-point win against the Cheetahs in Limerick on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Dayimani double boosts Lions

Hacjivah Dayimani scored a brace as the Golden Lions claimed a 38-35 bonus-point win over the Blue Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Sharks battle past Free State ‘B’

The Sharks were made to sweat for their 33-29 win against Free State’s second-stringers in Bloemfontein on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Rassie offers to coach Bulls

Rassie Erasmus could coach the Bulls in next year’s Super Rugby competition.

Zebre down Kings in opener

Zebre scored four tries to claim a 34-16 bonus-point win against the Kings in Parma on Friday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Petersen inspires Province victory

Sergeal Petersen produced a standout performance as Western Province claimed a 57-28 bonus-point vicotry over the Pumas in Nelspruit on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Kolbe called up by Boks

Toulouse utility back Cheslin Kolbe has been added to the Springbok squad for the upcoming Australasian leg of the Rugby Championship.