‘Samoa clash like a final’

Schalk Burger says the Springboks have to take the fight to Samoa in a must-win clash at Villa Park this Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Duane fit for Samoa clash

Duane Vermeulen is available for selection while Willem Alberts could also make a timely return when the Springboks tackle Samoa on Saturday, reports JON CARDINELLI in Birmingham.

Genia to guide Wallabies to win

The impact of Will Genia on his return to the starting lineup will be key for the Wallabies against Fiji at the Millennium Stadium on Wednesday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Scotland’s Saffas face Japanese test

WP Nel and Josh Strauss can help Scotland avoid the same fate as the Springboks when they take on Japan in Gloucester on Wednesday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Hollenbach calls it quits

Golden Lions centre Alwyn Hollenbach announced his retirement from rugby with immediate effect because of injury.

WP without Ntubeni, Kolbe

Western Province will be without hooker Scarra Ntubeni and fullback Cheslin Kolbe for this Saturday's Currie Cup clash with the Pumas at Newlands.

Bulls lose Smit

Vodacom Blue Bulls flank Roelof Smit has been ruled out of Friday's Currie Cup match against the Sharks at Kings Park.

Strauss to debut for Scotland

Josh Strauss has been included in Scotland's match 23 for their World Cup opener against Japan at Kingsholm Stadium in Gloucester on Wednesday.