SBW to return to Sydney Roosters

Former New Zealand star-centre Sonny Bill Williams is on the verge of resigning with rugby league team the Sydney Roosters.

Gelant: It’s time for the next step

Springbok fullback Warrick Gelant says he is feeling refreshed mentally and physically as he arrives at the Stormers, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Ralepelle: I refuse to be the fall guy

Hooker Chiliboy Ralepelle has instigated legal proceedings as he looks to challenge the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport following his eight-year ban from the game.

Nienaber: Lions will have their ducks in a row

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber expects the coaching continuity and experience of Warren Gatland to pose a massive challenge during next year’s British & Irish Lions tour.

Chiliboy’s appeal based on ‘errors and forged evidence’

Disgraced ex-Bok Chiliboy Ralepelle has indicated that his appeal on his eight-year ban for substance abuse is based on irregularities during the testing process and evidence tampering.

NZ set to suffer Trans-Tasman tournament blow

Reports from Australia suggest that Rugby Australia are set to rebuff New Zealand Rugby’s proposal for a trans-Tasman alternative to Vodacom Super Rugby.

Watch: Stormers return to training

Stormers flyhalf Damian Willemse shares his thoughts on being back at training with his teammates, while several squad members also visited Juarno Augustus’ community of Eersterivier for Mandela Day.

Blues shift Barrett to flyhalf

Beauden Barrett will shift from fullback to flyhalf in one of five changes to the Blues’ starting lineup for their clash against the Chiefs in Auckland on Sunday.

Superbru: Can Chiefs break losing streak?

The SA Rugby magazine team’s Superbru picks for round seven of Super Rugby Aotearoa and round four of Super Rugby AU.

Etzebeth commits long term to Toulon

French club Toulon have confirmed that Springbok World Cup-winning lock Eben Etzebeth has extended his contract through to 2024.