Ireland’s big guns back to face France

CJ Stander is one of several first-choice players to return to Ireland’s starting XV for Sunday’s Six Nations match against France in Dublin.

Watch: Van der Sluys on joining Lions

Former Kings and Exeter Chiefs lock Wilhelm van der Sluys is pleased to be back in South Africa, having signed for the Lions.

Bet on Bulls to defy bookies

THE MONEY MAN is betting on the Vodacom Bulls to beat the Sharks by five-plus points at Loftus on Saturday.

Highlights: Rebels vs Brumbies

Highlights of the Rebels’ 29-26 win against the Brumbies in Melbourne.

Rebels fightback floors Brumbies

The Rebels overturned a 16-point half-time deficit to claim a stunning 29-26 win over the Brumbies in Melbourne on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Highlights: Hurricanes vs Highlanders

Highlights of the Hurricanes’ 25-22 win against the Highlanders in Wellington.

Laumape lashes Highlanders

Ngani Laumape scored two tries to boost the Hurricanes to a 25-22 win over the Highlanders in Wellington on Friday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Watch: Rassie on 2019 Bok plans

Rassie Erasmus explains how he will approach the next few months during this massive year for Springbok rugby.

‘Lions won’t win by 10-plus points’

THE MONEY MAN and MARK KEOHANE discuss John Dobson’s appointment from 2020 as Stormers coach, poor refereeing and this weekend’s Vodacom Super Rugby value bets.

Ackermann extends Gloucester stay

Loose forward Ruan Ackermann has signed a contract extension that will see him play for Gloucester beyond the current season.