‘Zeks must stay loaded’

JP Pietersen has urged Zekhethelo Siyaya to be ready for a Springbok call-up after the young Sharks back missed out on national selection. The 19-year-old has impressed the Sharks coach, who believes his age is an important factor as he continues to develop. But...

Bulls skipper: URC is getting there

Hanro Liebenberg believes the URC is closing the gap on England’s Premiership. After a seven-year stint with the Leicester Tigers, the loose forward is well placed to run a rule over the standard of both competitions. “I think it’s very similar,” said Liebenberg, who...

Krappie returns as Lions shuffle pack

Coach Ivan van Rooyen has made six changes to the Lions starting XV for Friday night’s URC clash against the Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium. The most notable is the return of Springbok scrumhalf Morné van den Berg, with Nico Steyn dropping to the bench. The...