Alberts gets first Lions start

Veteran loose forward Willem Alberts will make his first start of the 2020 Vodacom Super Rugby season when the Lions face the Rebels in Melbourne on Saturday.

Lions defence must show its teeth

The Lions need to lift their work rate and execution on defence if they are to retain their unbeaten record against the attack-minded Rebels, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Dalton on Stormers: I told you so!

The Money Man sits down with James Dalton and Mark Keohane to discuss the Stormers’ loss against the Blues, look ahead to the big clash between the Sharks and Jaguares in Durban and make their Superbru predictions for Super Rugby round six.

England vs Italy set to be postponed

England’s Six Nations match against Italy on 14 March will reportedly be postponed after an emergency meeting of the tournament chiefs.

Player analysis: South Africa’s fullbacks

We take a closer look at how the local fullbacks have been performing in Vodacom Super Rugby, according to Advanced Rugby stats.

Du Toit rejects Harlequins move

Springbok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit has reportedly turned down a potential move to England with Harlequins to see out his Stormers contract.

‘The young guys will bring some energy to the team’

Vodacom Bulls coach Pote Human and captain Trevor Nyakane chat to the media ahead of their clash with the Highlanders at Loftus on Saturday.

Kolbe trains with the Stormers

Top 14 star Cheslin Kolbe has spent part of his French season break by honing his skills with the Stormers.

Super Rugby: Power rankings Week 5

Following the fifth round of Vodacom Super Rugby, SA Rugby magazine throws out the conference standings and ranks the 15 teams on form, strength and results.

Sharks pack set for Jaguares test

The Sharks’ match against the Jaguares will act as an acid test of their capabilities against premier sides in the tournament such as the Crusaders, Chiefs and even Brumbies, writes former Springbok JAMES DALTON.