Kings welcome input of Saru coaches

Coach Deon Davids says the Southern Kings continue to benefit from the input of Saru’s coaching mobi-unit as they prepare for their return to Vodacom Super Rugby.

Chiefs lose two newbies

The Chiefs’ new signings Nepo Laulala and Dominic Bird both face lengthy spells on the sidelines.

Gatland gives Davies the nod

Wales coach Warren Gatland has included uncapped scrumhalf Aled Davies in an extended 37-man Six Nations squad, while recalling Tom James and Josh Turnbull.

France select sevens flyer

France coach Guy Novès has sprung a surprise by naming Fijian-born sevens specialist Virimi Vakatawa in his Six Nations squad.

Scotland retain Nel, Strauss

Coach Vern Cotter has named WP Nel and Josh Strauss in Scotland's extended Six Nations training squad.

Mauger joins Sunwolves coaches

Former New Zealand player Nathan Mauger will be joining Japan’s Vodacom Super Rugby side, the Sunwolves, as their backs coach.

Sunwolves hike ticket prices

Japan's new Super Rugby franchise could struggle to attract a decent crowd at the Chichibunomiya Stadium, writes OLIVER TRENCHARD in Tokyo.

Tiatia to coach at Sunwolves

Former All Black Filo Tiatia is set to take up a role as the new forwards coach for Japan’s Super Rugby side, the Sunwolves.