Williams boosts Sharks past Griffons

The Sharks XV beat the Griffons 45-43, while there were also wins for Western Province, the SWD Eagles, Free State XV, Blue Bulls and Pumas in the Provincial Rugby Challenge.

Highlights: Brumbies vs Sunwolves

Highlights of the Brumbies’ 41-31 win against the Sunwolves in Canberra.

Brumbies battle past Sunwolves

The Brumbies scored seven tries in their 41-31 victory over the Sunwolves in Canberra on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Second-string Boks disappoint

Wales replacement Ryan Elias scored a late opportunistic try to condemn the Springboks to a 22-20 defeat in their season-opening Test in Washington. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Castres shock Montpellier in Top 14 final

Castres were crowned Top 14 champions after beating Montpellier 29-13 at the Stade de France on Saturday, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Highlights: London Sevens (Day 1)

The Blitzboks beat Russia and Canada at the London Sevens on Saturday, before losing to Samoa.

Samoa upset listless Blitzboks

The Blitzboks finished top of Pool D despite slumping to a 21-12 defeat against Samoa on day one of the London Sevens. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Watch: Springboks in Soweto

The Springboks visited Vilikazi Street, which housed Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and conducted a coaching clinic.

Injuries force Junior Boks’ hand

Junior Boks coach Chean Roux has made four changes to his team for their second World Rugby U20 Championship match against Ireland in Narbonne on Sunday.

Blitzboks tame resilient Canada

The Blitzboks defeated Canada 17-7 in their second game at the London Sevens on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.