Jean-Luc addresses retirement talk

Springbok loose forward Jean-Luc du Preez has responded to reports in France claiming he was on the verge of retirement due to ongoing concussion-related issues. French rugby newspaper Midi Olympique reported this week that the 30-year-old, who plays for back-to-back...

Schools wrap: Bosch comeback stuns Bishops

Rondebosch fought back from 12 points down to win a pulsating Bish-Bosch derby in Cape Town, while Stellenberg earned an impressive win in Paarl. A last-minute try from hooker Kwaza Gobingca sealed a 29-24 win for Rondebosch against Bishops on the Piley Rees Field. It...

First Division champs lay down marker

The Griffons, Valke and SWD Eagles all made emphatic statements in the opening round of the Currie Cup First Division. Defending champions the Griffons delivered the biggest statement of the weekend, powering past the Border Bulldogs 52-19 in East London to launch...

Lions lure ex-Shark home

The Lions have reportedly made their first major move ahead of next season, securing the return of a former Sharks forward. According to Rapport, coach Ivan van Rooyen has lured Hyron Andrews away from English Premiership club the Sale Sharks. A former SA Schools and...

Cheetahs target double signing

Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn is reportedly close to bringing two players with overseas experience to Bloemfontein. According to Rapport, versatile back Henry Immelman and utility forward Simon Miller could bolster the Cheetahs ahead of the Currie Cup. Immelman is no...