‘Super Rugby needs restructuring’
Former Sharks stalwart Stefan Terblanche believes a return to a shorter, sharper Vodacom Super Rugby competition is much needed to rediscover the appeal it once held, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Barrett breaks Blues fitness record
Beauden Barrett set a personal best time and franchise record during a fitness drill when the Blues resumed training on Monday.
Reds trio stood down over pay cut protest
Queensland Reds players Izack Rodda, Isaac Lucas and Harry Hockings have all been stood down after indicating their unwillingness to accept a pay reduction.
Rewind: Cheetahs shock Crusaders
Look back at highlights from one of the greatest upsets in Vodacom Super Rugby history when the Cheetahs claimed a famous win over eventual finalists the Crusaders, whose squad featured several future World Cup winners.
Paper Talk: Details on Du Toit’s new contract terms
A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on Pieter-Steph du Toit’s contract saga.
Official update offered on Du Toit
Although Pieter-Steph du Toit was one of three players who submitted a contract termination notice before the deadline on 14 May, it’s believed he may still not be lost to the Stormers.
New Bulls CEO outlines mandate
Incoming Vodacom Bulls CEO Edgar Rathbone says while Jake White’s job will focus around on-field success, his role is to ensure it can be achieved within budgets. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Super Rugby Rewind: Blues vs Sharks (1996 final)
Look back at extended highlights from the first-ever Super 12 final between the Blues and Sharks at Eden Park in Auckland.
Leyds’ heartfelt goodbye message
Outgoing Stormers back Dillyn Leyds says he is grateful to have played for the Cape side, but disappointed that he cannot play one final match at Newlands before leaving for France.
Watch: Why stars stayed with Sharks
Check out this Zoom chat where Sharks CEO Eduard Coetzee discusses SA rugby’s first-ever ‘transfer deadline day’ and the retention of key stars such as Makazole Mapimpi and Lukhanyo Am.
