Davids: Bok lock depth under constant scrutiny

Forwards coach Deon Davids says the Springboks’ depth at lock remains a talking point. The back-to-back world champions boast a formidable group of hardened second-rowers which is the envy of most nations, but Davids admitted on Monday that the position is closely...

Heyneke in focus as SA Cup gets going

The race for places in the Currie Cup Premier Division begins this weekend as the third edition of the SA Cup kicks off across the country. Ten teams will again battle through the league phase, with the top four securing qualification for this year’s Premier Division,...

Nations Championship faces credibility check

The Nations Championship promises meaningful Tests, but could be flawed from the outset, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. You can understand the rationale behind the new Nations Championship. The Sanzaar and Six Nations unions want to make Test matches in the July and November...

Rennie opens door to Retallick return

Dave Rennie says he wants experienced lock Brodie Retallick back in the All Blacks set-up. Speaking on his first day in the job, Rennie openly expressed his desire to bring Retallick into the squad, despite NZ Rugby’s long-standing policy restricting the selection of...