URC to lay a path for new Club World Cup
South Africa’s entry into the Champions Cup through the United Rugby Championship could reportedly be a key element in realising a Club World Cup from 2024.
SA teams bound for Europe: It’s a whole new ball game
The newly devised United Rugby Championship may bear similarities to the much-maligned Super Rugby conference format, but it’s the incentive of qualifying for European competition that makes it a game changer for South African teams, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Kolbe wins European Champions Cup try of the season
Watch Cheslin Kolbe’s stunning try against Ulster for which he has been awarded the European Champions Cup try of the season.
Bok pair make Kaino’s tough guy list
All Blacks great Jerome Kaino – who is expected to announce his retirement soon – has included two South Africans on the list of five toughest opponents he has faced throughout his career.
Kolbe try among Europe’s best
Springbok and Toulouse back Cheslin Kolbe is among the nominees for the European Champions Cup Try of the Season.
Eddie’s two-word text to England outcast revealed
Sam Simmonds says Eddie Jones has congratulated him on his inclusion in the British & Irish Lions squad despite being overlooked by the coach for the England squad.
Bok watch: SA depth on full display
A closer look at how the Springbok players are performing in leagues around the world in the lead-up to the much-anticipated three-Test series against the British & Irish Lions.
Toulouse and Kolbe crowned European champions
Toulouse broke down a defensively stubborn 14-man La Rochelle side to claim a 22-17 victory in the European Challenge Cup final at Twickenham on Saturday.
Watch: Dupont, Kolbe almost combine for superb try
Cheslin Kolbe was denied what what would have been a stunning try in Saturday’s Champions Cup final against La Rochelle, after a typically excellent break and assist from Toulouse teammate and European Player of the Year, Antoine Dupont.
Watch: Kolbe, Elstadt & Toulouse celebrate record Champions Cup win
Check out the celebrations following Toulouse’s victory at Twickenham, with the French club becoming the first team in history to win five European Champions Cup titles.
