Connacht hold the key to South Africa's ambitions beyond the URC quarter-finals
Following a disappointing continental campaign, the pressure shifts heavily to the Bulls, Stormers, and Lions to conquer a treacherous away-draw matrix in the URC ...
Ageing icons force Rassie Erasmus to fast-track the next generation of Springbok loosies
South Africa's loose forward stocks are overflowing and Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus is managing it wisely.
Ruan Nortje’s Bulls milestone injects emotional fuel into Munster quarter-final
With defending champions Munster heading to a roaring Loftus Versfeld, the Bulls have been handed the ultimate extra layer of motivation.
Rassie Erasmus happy with alignment camp outcome but 'how we play is what counts'
The three-day Springbok alignment camp in Cape Town concluded on Thursday. Coach Rassie Erasmus said boxes have been ticked.
Lions flank Ruan Venter out for rest of year after knee surgery, ending his valid Springbok hopes
Lions flank Ruan Venter is not only out of the Lions' URC campaign but will not feature for the Springboks this year after having been in Rassie Erasmus's plans. ...
A lame horse: How the once-mighty Super Rugby lost its mojo after 30 years
The southern hemisphere's showpiece competition, Super Rugby, has lost its lustre and is in danger of collapsing unless dramatic change is made.
Loss of Springboks Asenathi Ntlabakanye, Morne van den Berg could force Rassie Erasmus' hand
An 18-month doping ban for Asenathi Ntlabakanye and a torn biceps for Morne van den Berg have thrown a major spanner into the Springboks' winter planning.
Rassie Erasmus celebrated by presidency as Springbok alignment camp begins
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has been awarded the National Order of Ikhamanga in Gold for his inspirational leadership and contribution to South African unity. ...
Easier travel loads for Lions, Sharks, Stormers, Bulls as fixture list for new URC season unveiled
As the current United Rugby Championship season hits the playoff stage, the fixture list for the next season has already been announced.
Cardiff were more desperate than us, says Stormers coach John Dobson
From five-metre failures to costly yellow cards, we look at where it all went wrong for the Stormers against a fired-up Cardiff outfit.
Salmaan Moerat back for Stormers as Damian Willemse moves to fullback
The Stormers ae away to Cardiff in the final round of the United Rugby Championship ahead of the competition's playoffs.
Don't rule out Manie Libbok return to South Africa as Sharks hunt world-class flyhalf
The Sharks are reportedly eyeing a sensational return for Springbok star Manie Libbok as they hunt for a world-class operator to drive their attacking game plan. ...
Springboks' Asenathi Ntlabakanye must forfeit earnings following hefty doping ban
Lions and Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye's year-long doping case has ended with an unfortunate 18-month ban for the popular prop.
Bulls' Marco van Staden embraces the technical challenge of hooker after bench impact
Burly flank Marco van Staden was a backline player at school. Now he is making a name for himself as a hooker at the Bulls.
Ethan Hooker injury blow: Springboks versatility tested ahead of Nations Cup
Ethan Hooker's dislocated shoulder creates a selection headache for Rassie Erasmus ahead of the Springboks’ 2026 international season. We analyse the midfield depth ...
From sweat to silverware: The Stellenbosch secret behind Blitzboks' Hong Kong triumph
With the SVNS World Championship in Valladolid looming next month, the Blitzboks are already resetting their focus on the physical and mental demands required to ...
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu on bench for Stormers visit to Toulon as Dobson gambles on flyhalf strategy
The Stormers have picked a strong side for their champions Cup clash with Toulon, but eyebrows have been raised by the movement of Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu to the ...
Why 'hybrid' Hacjivah Dayimani is the Stormers’ new tactical weapon
Hacjivah Dayimani learned how to play wing during his time at Racing 92 in France. He is happy to embrace a hybrid role between flank and wing for the Stormers.
Bulls must back Cheswill Jooste in their bid to slay Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun
Junior Springbok wing Cheswill Jooste scored a brilliant try for the Bulls against Munster at the weekend. Coach Johan Ackermann should make the bold call of giving ...
Rassie Erasmus eyes replacement as injury curse robs Springboks of RG Snyman for 2026
There have been few unluckier Springboks than RG Snyman. Yet another ruptured knee has ended his international season before it has begun.
Embrose Papier’s Loftus masterclass sends timely reminder to Springboks' Rassie Erasmus
Embrose Papier’s two-try, Player of the Match performance was the difference as the Bulls survived a five-try onslaught from Munster.
Remembering Ian McIntosh: The legend who turned the Sharks into a powerhouse
Next week marks three years since the passing of Ian McIntosh, the man who transformed Natal rugby from " Cinderella" status into the dominant force of the 1990s. ...
Embrose Papier magic the difference as Bulls hang on for URC victory over spirited Munster
The Bulls beat Munster 34-31 at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday afternoon. They were hardly convincing and their mistakes kept opening the door for the Irishmen.
Emile van Heerden puts injury curse behind him to step up to the plate for Sharks
Former Junior Springbok Emile van Heerden has been jinxed by injuries in his short career. He was excellent for the Sharks last week and is hoping for more of the ...
Bulls need to rediscover their 'desperation' in URC clash against Cardiff at Loftus
Ruan Nortje hasn't held back in his assessment of why the Bulls faltered at Loftus last week. As they prepare to host a tactical Cardiff side, the Bulls skipper ...