Directives to speed up play

After SA Rugby introduced a number of innovations to speed up play, we list everything you need to know.

The options for Stormers captaincy

John Dobson has confirmed that lock Chris van Zyl will lead the Stormers during the preparation fixtures, but a decision on a long-term captain has yet to be made.

Watch: Morne Steyn – Still one of SA’s best

Conversation has been building that Morne Steyn could feature in some capacity during the upcoming B&I Lions series. We take a closer look.

Dobson: We want to empower our players

Stormers coach John Dobson says they are looking to empower their players to play a more fluid style of rugby during the preparation series. DYLAN JACK reports.

Van Zyl to lead Stormers in CT Stadium debut

Experienced lock Chris van Zyl will captain the Stormers in their first match at Cape Town Stadium against the Cheetahs on Saturday.

Fouche back at 10 for Pumas

Eddie Fouche has fully recovered from his injuries and will start at flyhalf for the Pumas against the Lions in Johannesburg on Friday.

‘Bulls could enter another glory era’

The Vodacom Bulls’ victory in the Currie Cup final provided a familiar feeling, but for different reasons, writes former Sharks captain STEFAN TERBLANCHE in the latest SA Rugby magazine.

Lions cubs to take on Pumas

Lions U21 head coach Mziwakhe Nkosi has been handed the reins to take charge of the senior team for their preparation series matches.

Swanepoel set for run at flyhalf

Fresh from signing a new deal with the Lions, Tiaan Swanepoel is set to get a run of games at flyhalf in the preparation matches. DYLAN JACK reports.

Lions trio agree contract extensions

Tiaan Swanepoel is among the three Lions players who have officially put pen to paper on new long-term deals with the franchise.