Bulls favourites to sign Duane

Duane Vermeulen is likely to accept a deal from the Bulls and SA Rugby that will see him play for the Pretoria-based franchise in next year’s Super Rugby tournament.

Bulls not asking R9-million for Mitchell

The Bulls have not requested £500,000 in compensation from the English RFU for the services of departing head coach John Mitchell.

Barrett to retain All Blacks No 10 jersey

Beauden Barrett will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday.

Hansen defends All Blacks haka

Steve Hansen has hit back at former prop Kees Meeuws’ claim that the All Blacks haka is overused and has lost its mana.

Hooper fit for Rugby Champs opener

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has been included in a 28-man Wallabies squad for Saturday’s match against the All Blacks in Sydney.

Grey College, Paul Roos battle for No 1

Grey College will host Paul Roos Gimnasium this Saturday, while Monument and Helpmekaar clash in the Virseker Cup final. THEO GARRUN reports.

Western Province hammer Narbonne

Western Province began their tour of France with a 59-14 win against Narbonne in Millau on Saturday.

Rassie’s Boks on thin ice

Rumours that Faf de Klerk and Willie le Roux may return to their respective English clubs during the Rugby Championship have highlighted the lack of depth in the Springbok backline, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Helpmekaar edge Transvalia in thriller

Helpmekaar scored an injury-time try to beat Transvalia 34-33 on Saturday to set up a Virseker Cup final meeting with Monument in Pretoria. THEO GARRUN reports.

Rugby Championship preview

Four wins – including a rare victory in Australasia – would mark the Springboks’ 2018 Rugby Championship campaign as exceptional, writes JON CARDINELLI.