Du Preez: Sharks focused on going full 80

Jean-Luc du Preez says the Sharks want to produce an 80-minute performance against Western Province in Saturday’s Currie Cup final at Newlands.

Smith: Pro14 break did Cheetahs good

Cheetahs coach Franco Smith says the two-week Pro14 break has aided their training efforts as they seek their first win of the season. DYLAN JACK reports.

Three newcomers in Ireland squad

Ireland have included three uncapped players in a 42-man squad for the November internationals.

Watch: Pacific Islands need ‘The Rock’

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is being targeted by a social media campaign to champion a Pacific Island Super Rugby franchise.

Deysel calls it a day

Former Springbok flanker Jean Deysel has retired from rugby with immediate effect.

Folau extends Wallabies contract

Israel Folau has signed a new four-year deal with the Wallabies and Waratahs, extending his stay until 2022.

Reds retain bulk of players for 2019

The Reds have named their 30-man squad for the 2019 Super Rugby season.

Free State fight for Currie Cup survival

The Free State Cheetahs will host the SWD Eagles in a Currie Cup promotion-relegation match on 30 October to determine who will feature in the Premier Division next season.

Mapoe to join Bok training group

Lionel Mapoe will join the Springbok training squad in Stellenbosch as injury cover for Lukhanyo Am.

Nkosi: Fassi has immense talent

Wing S’bu Nkosi says the emergence of utility back Aphelele Fassi has heightened the backline competition within the Sharks set-up.