Japan pull out of Eight Nations competition
The Japan Rugby Football Union has withdrawn its national side from the forthcoming eight-team Test tournament involving the European Six Nations teams and Fiji later this year.
Most underrated Boks: Brussow the Brilliant
In the first part of a new series, CRAIG LEWIS identifies fetcher extraordinaire Heinrich Brussow as one of the most underrated Springboks.
Carr hails inspirational Kolbe
Vodacom Bulls loose forward Nizaam Carr hailed the efforts of Rassie Erasmus and Cheslin Kolbe in helping the Springboks become a ‘force to be reckoned with’ again. DYLAN JACK reports.
Snyman set to assume ‘mentor’ role at Munster
Springbok lock RG Snyman is set to share his experience with Munster’s younger locks after his season-ending injury minutes into his debut.
Whiteley to go under the knife
Springbok and Lions loose forward Warren Whiteley has confirmed that he will undergo knee surgery at the end of the year to give himself the best chance of playing rugby again.
Kings exodus begins
After the Kings’ withdrawal from domestic competitions, captain JC Astle and promising loose forward Elrigh Louw are set to make their exits from the franchise.
Tahs bring in NRL star for must-win clash
Waratahs coach Rob Penney has selected Tepai Moeroa in the starting lineup for Saturday’s all-important Super Rugby AU match against the Melbourne Rebels in Sydney.
Brache in, Stander out for Force
The Brumbies and Force have named their teams for Friday’s crucial Super Rugby AU match in Canberra.
Saders confident of retaining Razor’s services
Crusaders chief executive Colin Mansbridge says Scott Robertson will still be the franchise’s head of coach next year even if he takes a role with the British & Irish Lions.
Munster look to academy after ‘devastating’ Snyman injury
Munster assistant coach Stephen Larkham says the club has no plans to sign a lock after ‘devastating’ injuries to South African pair RG Snyman and Jean Kleyn.
