Rainbow Cup to trial new law variations
World Rugby has approved the introduction of three new innovative law variations for use in the upcoming PRO Rugby Rainbow Cup featuring teams from South Africa, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and Italy.
Kolbe: ‘Personal’ touch from Rassie inspired Boks
Cheslin Kolbe has revealed the Rassie Erasmus speech that he found to be most inspirational during the 2019 World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kolisi: I have a lot more I want to achieve
Siya Kolisi says there’s no shortage of motivation to reach peak physical condition in order to ensure he can make an impact at the Sharks.
Gatland cops more flak as Bath boss weighs in
Bath coach Stuart Hooper has now also lashed out at Warren Gatland over his stand-off with Premiership Rugby over the release and selection of England-based players for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour.
Smith laments ‘brutal’ Aotearoa competition as injuries take toll
All Blacks and Highlanders scrumhalf Aaron Smith believes the ‘intensity’ of Super Rugby Aotearoa is to blame for the high injury toll among the five New Zealand franchise squads.
Perenara in talks for shock rugby-league switch
2015 World Cup-winning scrumhalf TJ Perenara has been linked with a stunning switch to the NRL after reports that his All Blacks contract would not be extended.
Tensions mount in Lions camp as Baxter hits out at Gatland
Exeter Chiefs coach Rob Baxter has described the British & Irish Lions’ stance on the release of English Premiership players as ‘disingenuous’ ahead of their eight-match tour of South Africa.
D-Mac at 10 to face Goodhue-less Saders
The Chiefs have made the surprise call to shift Damian McKenzie to flyhalf for their Super Rugby Aotearoa clash with the Crusaders in Hamilton on Saturday.
Playing Bok Selector: A wealth of riches at lock
With the B&I Lions series fast approaching and key men still injured, we take a look at the options the Springboks have at lock.
Pick a 2009 Lions tamer to boost 2021 Bok squad
Choose one of the champions from the Bok Class of 2009 to parachute into the current squad for the series against the British & Irish Lions.
