Jantjies set for surgery
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies is set for an extended period on the sidelines after fracturing his wrist in last Saturday's clash against the Cheetahs.
Lions flyhalf Elton Jantjies is set for an extended period on the sidelines after fracturing his wrist in last Saturday's clash against the Cheetahs.
Brumbies winger Henry Speight has been ruled out of action for up to two months after fracturing his eye socket.
Chiefs flanker Sam Cane has been cleared of any further punishment after being cited for a dangerous tackle on Jaguares prop Nahuel Chaparro.
UJ beat Shimlas 72-49 at Soccer City, while there were also wins for NMMU, Maties and Tuks in round five of the Varsity Cup.
Namibia loose forward Renaldo Bothma has joined the Bulls on a long-term deal.
SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend's English Premiership, Celtic Pro12, French Top 14 and Six Nations matches, involving South African players.
Brumbies replacement hooker Josh Mann-Rea received a one-week suspension for repeatedly striking Stormers prop Oli Kebble in the face.
The Sharks need to beat the Crusaders in Durban in order to offset their disappointing draw to the Bulls in round four. JON CARDINELLI reports.
The hosts scored three tries to win 31-1 at Newlands.
The visitors scored a 78th-minute try to snatch a 30-26 win in Buenos Aires.