Mapoe stars in losing cause

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s French Top 14 matches involving South African players.

‘A lot of talent in Bok back three’

Bok wing Cheslin Kolbe talks about winning the Top 14 and the Rugby Championship, and why the Boks should never underestimate the All Blacks.

Gqoboka set for Montpellier loan

Springbok and Vodacom Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka is set to join Top 14 giants Montpellier on a short-term loan deal during the World Cup.

Louw seals Toulon loan

Springboks and Western Province prop Wilco Louw has joined Toulon on a short-term loan deal for the World Cup.

Paige off to winning start, Kok’s side lose

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s French Top 14 matches involving South African players.

Saffa duo steers Castres past Montpellier

Castres claimed a thrilling 26-25 win over Montpellier on the opening day of the 2019-20 French Top 14 campaign, while there were also wins for Lyon, Toulon, Bayonne, Bordeaux and Pau.

Visagie joins Toulouse as World Cup cover

Vodacom Bulls hooker Jaco Visagie has joined French Top 14 title-holders Toulouse on a short-term loan deal during the World Cup.

SA Rugby mag’s Late Tackle

Junior staff writer DYLAN JACK pokes fun at rugby’s crazy underbelly.

Du Plessis to stay with Montpellier

Former Springbok prop Jannie du Plessis has extended his stay with French Top 14 club Montpellier as a medical joker during the World Cup.

Stassen facing long-term ban

Stade Français lock Hendre Stassen is set to be sacked by the French club after testing positive for a banned substance during a random screening.