URC finals flashback: Stormers make history

The Stormers defeated the Bulls 18-13 at Cape Town Stadium to win the inaugural Vodacom URC title in 2021-22. John Dobson’s Stormers finished second on the URC log before beating Edinburgh 28-17 in the Cape Town quarter-final and edging Ulster 17-15 at home, with...

Eddie jokes about dodging suspension

Japan coach Eddie Jones says he is “looking for a laundry basket” after being banned from the touchline for the Brave Blossoms’ opening Nations Championship match against Italy. The veteran coach made the tongue-in-cheek remark while addressing reporters for the first...

Townsend: Scotland can cope with brutal tour

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend insists modern players are better prepared than ever for the demands of international travel. His side gears up for a globe-trotting route that culminates in a Test against the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld before heading back to home...

Ex-Wallabies skipper lands URC move

Former Wallabies captain Liam Wright has switched from Super Rugby to the Vodacom URC in a bid to reignite his stagnating career. The 28-year-old has signed with the Ospreys in Wales looking for more regular game time after a frustrating period on the sidelines with...