Two Boks in Cheetahs squad

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith has named a 26-man squad for their opening two matches of the Pro14.

Cheika to see out Wallabies contract

Michael Cheika will coach the Wallabies through to the 2019 World Cup despite the side’s poor start to the 2018 season.

Back-row bruiser a must for tour

The makeup of the Springbok pack, and the back row in particular, should be the biggest talking point ahead of the Tests in Australia and New Zealand, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Nel dreaming of Springbok honours

Western Province centre Ruhan Nel’s Springbok ambitions played a big role in his decision to convert from sevens to fifteens on a permanent basis. DYLAN JACK reports.

Basson, Beyers in Kings touring squad

The Kings have named a 27-man squad for their overseas Pro14 openers against Zebre and the Dragons.

Nyakane commits to Bulls

Bulls prop Trevor Nyakane has signed a one-year contract extension with the union until October 2019.

Perspective required when judging Boks

The Springboks’ fall to seventh in the world rankings is a stark reminder that expectations need to be aligned accordingly, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Boks drop, Pumas rise in rankings

The Springboks have dropped to No 7 in the World Rugby rankings after their 32-19 loss to Argentina in Mendoza.

Pumas wary of WP attack

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has challenged his players to improve defensively ahead of their clash against Western Province in Nelspruit on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Du Preez: Fassi is a special kid

Sharks coach Robert du Preez praised Aphelele Fassi after the 20-year-old’s impressive Currie Cup debut against the Blue Bulls.