Twitter reaction to Cecil Afrika’s retirement
Check out what former and current rugby players had to say following the retirement of Blitzbok great Cecil Afrika.
Sunwolves’ downfall purely ‘commercial’
CEO Jurie Roux has responded to coach Tony Brown’s accusations that SA Rugby played a role in excluding the Sunwolves from Vodacom Super Rugby. DYLAN JACK reports.
Kolisi documentary in the works
Roc Nation Sports president Michael Yormark says his agency didn’t sign Springbok captain Siya Kolisi because he is a star athlete but because of the man he is and what he stands for.
‘We’ve thrown away textbook for Lions tour’
SA Rugby CEO Jurie Roux says plans for the 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa remain in high gear, with the only possibility a delayed start that fits in with a global calendar. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Global calendar talks progress
SA Rugby chief executive Jurie Roux says talks over the global calendar have progressed and an agreement could be reached as early as July this year. DYLAN JACK reports.
Lions to undergo medical testing
The Lions have announced that injured players will have to undergo medical testing this week to determine how their rehabilitation progressed during lockdown.
Why Schreuder, Sharks parted ways
The Sharks believe the time is right to back the young scrumhalves in their squad after opting to release Louis Schreuder, who was looking for a long-term deal. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Afrika officially steps down from Blitzboks duty
SA Rugby has confirmed that Cecil Afrika has ended his celebrated 12-year sevens career after reaching a mutual agreement with the Blitzboks’ management.
Mapimpi set for Japan ‘sabbatical’
Star Springbok wing Makazole Mapimpi will take up a stint in Japan from September before returning to the Sharks in April 2021, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Rewind: Lima thumps Hougaard (2003)
Look back at Brian Lima’s memorable tackle on Derick Hougaard during the 2003 Rugby World Cup pool match between Samoa and the Springboks in Brisbane. Has there been a bigger hit in Test rugby?
