Ireland query SA’s World Cup bid
Irish Rugby chief executive Philip Browne has questioned certain elements of South Africa’s World Cup bid recommendation in a letter to World Rugby.
Warriors swoop to sign Kings hooker
Former Kings hooker Kurt Haupt will join the Worcester Warriors on a short-term deal.
‘Coetzee walking a tightrope’
What the Irish newspapers are saying about the Test against the Springboks and the 2023 World Cup bid.
Glasgow Warriors consolidate top spot
The Glasgow Warriors cruised to a 31-21 win over Leinster, while there were also wins for the Cardiff Blues, Edinburgh, Scarlets, Munster, Connacht and Ulster.
Ulster survive Kings scare
Ulster overturned a 12-point deficit to defeat the Kings 43-36 at the Wolfson Stadium in Zwide, Port Elizabeth, on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Connacht too good for Cheetahs
Craig Ronaldson kicked 10 points to guide Connacht to a 23-15 win against the Cheetahs at the Sportsground in Galway on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.
Pro14 preview (Round 8)
The Cheetahs should be wary of Connacht’s unpredictability on attack when they square off in Galway on Saturday, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.
Zeilinga at 15 for Cheetahs
Fred Zeilinga will start at fullback when the Cheetahs face Connacht on Saturday.
Pro14 teams (Round 8)
Take a look at who’s playing this weekend before you make your Superbru and Fantasy League picks.
England an option for Ackermann
Former Lions loose forward Ruan Ackermann says he would consider playing for England if he didn’t get a Springbok call-up.
