Player welfare concerns key to World Cup overhaul plans

Under reported pressure from unions to address player welfare, the board of Rugby World Cup Ltd has formulated plans to change the competition’s structure for the next 2023 World Cup in France.

Lions mourn Manyike

The Lions have put out a statement expressing sincerest condolences following news of the passing of former junior player Muzi Manyike.

JdV: Willis injury gave me flashbacks

Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers says it will be difficult to impose better player safety protocols without jeopardising the quality of the rugby product.

Playing selector: Bok options at No 8

With plenty of depth in the eighthman position, ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE examines South Africa’s options ahead of the British & Irish Lions series.

Where are they now: 2008 Junior Springboks (Backs)

In the third part of a returning series, DYLAN JACK rewinds to the inaugural 2008 U20 World Championship and looks at what happened to the bronze-winning Junior Springboks.

Watch: Brink’s first try in Premiership

Former Lions flank Cyle Brink featured prominently in the buildup before scoring the opening try for Leicester Tigers in Saturday’s clash with Quins at The Stoop.

Varsity Cup greats: Handre Pollard

In the first of a series looking back at the big names to play in the Varsity Cup, DYLAN JACK looks at how Handre Pollard helped UP-Tuks retain the title in 2013. 

Play of the Week: ‘Rees Lightning’ sinks Scotland

In a new segment by SARugbymag.co.za, the Play of the Week award goes to Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit, for his stunning individual try against Scotland.

Saffas Abroad: Rhule, Kolbe, Kockott fire

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the South African players who featured for their respective clubs in the French Top 14 this past weekend.

Saffas Abroad: Esterhuizen, Du Preez twins excel

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the South African players who featured for their respective clubs in the ninth round of the English Premiership.