The Bulls’ Kamp Staaldraad

In this extract from his new book, Being a Black Springbok, Thando Manana looks back at a pre-season camp with the Bulls Super 12 team in 2001 and a rare night spent cuddling in the arms of Victor Matfield.

End of an Irish love affair

Ruan Pienaar said a tearful goodbye to Ulster after he and the Irish province were forced to part ways, writes JONATHAN BRADLEY.

Mitchell’s plan to rebuild Bulls

New Bulls boss John Mitchell talks to SIMON BORCHARDT about his role at the union, mentoring Nollis Marais, and how he’s grown as a coach since leaving the Lions.

Kings have ‘transformed’ perceptions

The Kings have not only provided plenty of on-field entertainment this season, but also proved a point by leading the way in terms of transformation, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Davids dedicates win to Fredericks

Kings coach Deon Davids has dedicated his side's first-ever Super Rugby win over the Bulls to former Saru captain Salie Fredericks, who passed away last week. 

Europe or bust for SA Rugby

South Africa’s best teams cannot leave Sanzaar and join the elite tournaments in the northern hemisphere soon enough, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Salie the silent warrior

Former Saru lock and captain Salie Fredericks passed away on Thursday. GARY BOSHOFF looked back on his career in a recent issue of SA Rugby magazine.

Always bet on black

THE MONEY MAN is betting on the All Blacks to lead the Lions at half-time in Auckland, and then go on to win the match and series.