Sharks, Van der Mescht part ways with immediate effect
The Sharks have confirmed that JJ van der Mescht has been granted an early release in the hopes of the big lock finding “renewed motivation to work on his fitness and discipline” in France.
Boks: We share your pain South Africa, let’s start the healing
The Springboks have shared a message calling for South Africa to start a period of healing after a week of unrest has ravaged the country.
Kolbe does it again!
The possibility that the Springboks would be underdone in a three-Test series against the British & Irish Lions was ruled out by none more so than Cheslin Kolbe, according to SARugbymag.co.za readers.
Sharks lock signs for Top 14 club
French club Stade Francais have bolstered their strength in the second row with the signing of Sharks lock JJ van der Mescht.
Watch: Inspiring message from Beast
Check out this superb video as Beast Mtawarira calls on supporters to get behind the Springboks and to be “stronger together, stronger forever”.
Gatland: AWJ ‘needs 20 minutes’ to become Test candidate
Alun Wyn Jones is set to cap a remarkable recovery from a shoulder injury by playing for the British & Irish Lions against the Stormers at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday.
Injured PSDT will be fit for first Test
SA Rugby director of rugby Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that Bok star Pieter-Steph du Toit will recover from a midweek head injury and be available for the first Test against the British & Irish Lions.
Kolbe: South Africa demonstrated fighting spirit
Cheslin Kolbe says the defensive display of South Africa A against the British & Irish Lions on Wednesday again highlighted the players’ pride and honour when pulling on the green-and-gold jersey.
Watch: Tindall acknowledges Kolbe moment of magic
Former England centre Mike Tindall, who caught headlines by suggesting he had grown tired of Cheslin Kolbe and Bok World Cup-winning memes, has lightheartedly acknowledged the South African wing has added another to his “collection”.
Gatland hits out at Faf tackle, chirps Rassie’s “water boy” role
British & Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland has reaffirmed his stance that Faf de Klerk should have been red-carded in Wednesday’s SA A match, while also having a jab at Rassie Erasmus’ “water boy” role.
