Wales scrap men’s sevens programme
The Welsh Rugby Union has announced that its men’s sevens programme will cease to operate in its current format for the foreseeable future due to the ongoing impact of Covid-19.
Brumbies down Force to seal home final
The Brumbies claimed a come-from-behind 31-14 victory over the Western Force in Canberra on Friday to wrap up top spot in the Super Rugby AU standings.
‘Unauthorised’ Kolisi book to remain on shelves
Jonathan Bell Publishers has confirmed it does not intend to withdraw the revised version of the unauthorised biography about Springbok captain Siya Kolisi.
Why Kings must have a future in SA Rugby
The Money Man and Mark Keohane discuss why it is important that the Southern Kings are not abandoned by SA Rugby.
Contact training gets green light in SA
South Africa’s franchise teams will return to full-contact training from early next week, following completion of final health checks.
Kriel Q&A: I was jealous of NZ & Aus competitions
Springbok and Lions loose forward Jaco Kriel talks about life during lockdown, South Africa’s new prospective provincial tournament, and how he felt watching Super Rugby Aotearoa and Super Rugby AU.
Most underrated Boks: Aplon the Pocket Rocket
In the second part of a new series, DYLAN JACK identifies magician fullback Gio Aplon as one of the most underrated Springboks.
Smit: I’ve never experienced nerves like that
Former Springbok captain John Smit has reflected on the 2009 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa, and revealed how the series brought about unique ‘pressure’.
Pienaar hits out at SA Rugby
Veteran scrumhalf Ruan Pienaar has criticised SA Rugby for its treatment of the Cheetahs and Kings with regard to the teams’ future in the PRO14.
Throwback Thursday: Hougie’s try-double
A look back to the day Francois Hougaard bagged a try-double, including his maiden Super Rugby touchdown, for the Vodacom Bulls against the Waratahs.
