Gallery: Kolisi spurs on the students
Springbok and Stormers captain Siya Kolisi took time from his recovery to make an appearance at UCT’s Varsity Cup match on Monday.
Springbok and Stormers captain Siya Kolisi took time from his recovery to make an appearance at UCT’s Varsity Cup match on Monday.
Werner Kok has attributed the Blitzboks’ stunning 29-24 LA Sevens Cup final win over Fiji to great depth in the Springbok Sevens set-up.
Stormers and Springbok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit reportedly underwent a second procedure on Monday to drain blood from his upper leg.
New Zealander James Doleman will referee his first Vodacom Super Rugby match when he takes charge of the Lions’ match against the Rebels on Saturday.
The Vodacom Bulls are still uncertain when captain Burger Odendaal will return to fitness to lead the team.
UCT and Wits had to settle for a 10-10 draw in Cape Town as both teams remained unbeaten, while there were wins for CUT, NWU and Maties in round five of the Varsity Cup.
The Lions’ depth at loose forward is set to be further tested after it was confirmed that Vincent Tshituka would need surgery on his ankle.
The Vodacom Bulls need to produce an attacking performance of substance before they embark on a challenging four-match tour of Australasia, writes JON CARDINELLI.
As part of a radical overhaul to the Rugby Championship, the Springboks could reportedly host the All Blacks once every two years.
Branco du Preez has described the Blitzboks’ extraordinary 29-24 Cup final win over Fiji in Los Angeles as one of the most phenomenal victories of his career.