Van Graan’s Munster out to book place in final

Johann van Graan’s Munster side heads into this weekend’s Irish derby against Connacht with an opportunity to book their place in the PRO14 final.

Watch: Mapimpi set to shine in Japan

Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi is set to make his Top League debut this weekend. Take a look at what happened the last time he set foot in Japan.

SA’s top players set for long ‘tour’?

Should both the Rainbow Cup and British & Irish Lions series get the go-ahead in the northern hemisphere, the leading South African players could be in for a long haul away from home, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Column: Akker’s road to redemption

After missing out on a chance to go to the Rugby World Cup in 2019, Akker van der Merwe is in a race against time to earn selection for the Lions series, writes ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE.

Kockott prolongs playing career by a year

Veteran scrumhalf Rory Kockott has signed a one-year contract extension with French club Castres.

‘Overseas’ Lions tour could face setback

The prospect of a UK and Ireland-based Lions tour has reportedly encountered struggles related to convincing the UK government to underwrite the tour.

Vermeulen: Boks will need to adapt to Lions tour

Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen says the team will accept playing the British & Irish Lions tour in the UK, but he is aware of the economic impact that will have in South Africa.

Where are they now: 2011 Junior Boks (Forwards)

In the sixth part of a series, DYLAN JACK rewinds to the 2011 U20 World Championship and looks at what happened to the Junior Springboks.

Kolbe: My upbringing made me stronger

Springbok superstar Cheslin Kolbe chats to SARugbymag.co.za editor Craig Lewis about life in France, his humble upbringing and lessons learned through overcoming various challenges.

Visual list of SA Rugby award winners

Here’s a complete list of winners from the 2020-21 SA Rugby Awards as announced on Thursday.