Readers’ poll: Spies most lethal forward on the break

The results are in, and SARugbymag.co.za readers have picked Pierre Spies as the most dangerous Bok forward to release on the break.

Kolbe to fullback as readers boot Cullen, Robinson into touch

The ultimate back-three combination has no room for Christian Cullen or Jason Robinson, as voted for by SARugbymag.co.za‘s readers.

Giteau to continue career in the USA

Wallabies centurion Matt Giteau has become the latest high-profile name to join the USA’s Major League after signing for the Los Angeles Giltinis.

Sharks offer would bolster Border rugby

The Sharks’ desire to acquire a controlling share in the Border Rugby Union could offer a much-needed lifeline to rugby in that region, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Winnaar leads much-changed EP

Courtney Winnar will take over the captaincy of the EP Elephants from the injured Inny Radebe when they face the Lions in Port Elizabeth on Wednesday.

Roets adds to Sharks’ strengthening tight five

Towering Pumas forward Le Roux Roets returns to the Sharks, joining new recruit Reniel Hugo in a tight five that continues to be bolstered, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

White muses about high-profile backline

Vodacom Bulls head coach Jake White has hinted at a dream backline scenario of having Johan Goosen at flyhalf and Damian Willemse dovetailing from fullback.

Van Staden set for Leicester Tigers move

The Vodacom Bulls have confirmed that Springbok flank Marco van Staden will be leaving at the end of June to further his career with the Leicester Tigers in England.

Team news: Straeuli starts for Lions

Ruhan Straeuli has been named to start at No 8 for the Lions in their preparation match against the EP Elephants in Gqeberha (previously Port Elizabeth) on Wednesday afternoon.

Stat attack: Wiese’s Premiership impact

SARugbymag.co.za translates Jasper Wiese’s excellent start to life in the Premiership into numbers.