Bulls to crush Stormers?

Predict the Winner: What’s going to happen tonight when a new-look Stormers lineup takes on a Bok-boosted Vodacom Bulls squad at Loftus Versfeld?

Stander is a ‘shining example’ for residency rule

Former Ireland captain Rory Best says retiring No 8 CJ Stander is ‘unequivocally’ an example of how rugby’s residency rules can be a positive.

Stuart Hogg at flyhalf as Scots look to bounce back

Mercurial Scotland captain Stuart Hogg has been named at flyhalf for his side’s clash with Italy in Edinburgh.

Stander shifts to flank for Ireland swansong

CJ Stander has been named at blindside flank in his last game for Ireland as coach Andy Farrell rejigs his side to face England in Dublin.

Beard starts in solitary change for Wales

Adam Beard returns to start at lock in the solitary change to Wales’ team for their Six Nations finale against France on Saturday.

‘Siya is still in pre-season’

Sharks coach Sean Everitt says star signing Siya Kolisi still needs more time to adjust to the team’s systems after he was left out of the team to face the Lions.

Sharks coach clarifies Venter role

Sharks head coach Sean Everitt has shed further light on former Springbok assistant coach Brendan Venter’s role within the team.

Gilpin confirmed as World Rugby CEO

World Rugby has confirmed that interim CEO Alan Gilpin has been permanently appointed, ending Jurie Roux’s links to the position.

Jantjies returns to lead strengthened Lions

Elton Jantjies will captain the Lions in their Preparation Series match against the Sharks in Johannesburg on Saturday.

France unchanged for crunch Wales clash

France have named an unchanged starting lineup for their decisive Six Nations clash with Wales in Paris on Saturday.