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With the Currie Cup kicking off this weekend, look back at a few images of recent champions and players who have played in South Africa’s premier domestic rugby union competition over the years. (more…)

Foster’s All Blacks arrogant and average

The current All Blacks face some serious problems, which began with the appointment of their head coach. These are being expressed in the performance of their players, writes JAMES DALTON.

‘Van der Mescht can excel at flank’

Sharks coach Sean Everitt says they still view JJ van der Mescht primarily as a lock, but believe there could be long-term benefits to the ‘experiment’ of playing him at blindside flank, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Du Toit returns to bolster Sharks pack

Thomas du Toit has returned to the Sharks’ starting lineup for the opening match of the 2020 Currie Cup against the Pumas in Durban on Friday.

Watch: Bulls adapted well to fixture schedule

Western Province forwards coach Rito Hlungwani has put the Vodacom Bulls’ Super Rugby Unlocked title into perspective ahead of Saturday’s Currie Cup clash at Newlands.

Van der Walt set for Scotland call-up

Edinburgh have confirmed that flyhalf Jaco van der Walt is set to be called up to the Scotland squad for the Autumn Nations Cup playoffs next weekend.

Barrett: We can break that wall down

Playmaker Beauden Barrett says the All Blacks have identified areas where they could break through Argentina’s impressive defence during Saturday’s Tri-Nations clash in Newcastle.

Owens: This season will be my last

Nigel Owens has hinted that his 100th Test appointment this weekend could be his last as he prepares to retire from international rugby at the end of the year.

Province looking for payback against Bulls

Salmaan Moerat says Western Province are looking forward to setting the record straight against the Vodacom Bulls after the team’s heavy defeat in Pretoria. DYLAN JACK reports.