Rassie parks unlucky Trokkie

Juarno Augustus was a glaring omission from the group of overseas-based players to attend the first virtual Springbok alignment camp of the year, writes MORNÉ ESBEN. Injuries have plagued Augustus’ career, but over the past 12 months, the consequences have been...

Bok on French club’s radar

French giants La Rochelle are reportedly targeting a double World Cup-winning Springbok for next season. RugbyRama reports the club has Stormers tighthead Frans Malherbe in its sights to compensate for the retirement of Uini Atonio and the move of Joel Sclavi to...

Setbacks fuel Venter’s comeback

Ruan Venter is ready to reset and make up for lost time as the Lions push for a Vodacom URC playoff spot. The Lions forward will return to action against Edinburgh at Ellis Park this weekend, determined to reignite his season after a frustrating start. The 23-year-old...

Cash: Boan wants to prove a point

The Lions are expecting a fired up Boan Venter at Ellis Park on Saturday, when they host Edinburgh in the Vodacom URC. Venter is due to join the Lions next season, but first he must face them in what promises to be a bruising battle up front. Lions coach Ivan van...

Stormers to test depth against Seawolves

Defence coach Norman Laker says Sunday’s match between the Stormers XXIII and Seattle Seawolves will be a valuable exercise. LINDIZ VAN ZILLA reports. While the Vodacom URC side prepares to face the Dragons, the Stormers XXIII – the name for the team that will compete...