Maties, NWU set for semi-final thriller

Maties face a daunting trip to Potchefstroom, where the NWU Eagles boast a formidable home record ahead of Monday’s Varsity Cup semi-final. The Eagles have been unbeatable at the Fanie du Toit Sports Ground this season, earning the right to host the knockout clash...

England duo set to miss Bok assignment

Steve Borthwick has been dealt a major blow ahead of England’s July Test against the Springboks at Ellis Park. Sale director of rugby Alex Sanderson has confirmed that front-row pair Luke Cowan-Dickie and Bevan Rodd are facing season-ending injuries, putting their...

Bielle-Biarrey sparkles for Bordeaux Bègles

Investec Champions Cup holders Bordeaux Bègles scored five tries in 18 first-half minutes as they thrashed visiting Leicester.The 64-14 victory set up a showdown against French champions Toulouse in the last eight. In Sunday’s late game, eight-time finalists Leinster...
Champions Cup quarter-finals confirmed

Champions Cup quarter-finals confirmed

Bordeaux Bègles will host Toulouse in the pick of the Investec Champions Cup quarter-finals. Defending champions Bordeaux thrashed the Leicester Tigers 64-14 at the Stade Chaban-Delmas, while six-time winners Toulouse hammered the Bristol Bears 59-26 at the Stade...

Van Graan hails ‘phenomenal’ Du Toit

Bath coach Johann van Graan praised Thomas du Toit after the Bok prop’s match-turning performance against Saracens at The Rec on Saturday. The English Premiership champions won the Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash 31-22 to set up a quarter-final against the...

Bulls need Rassie’s help to keep Papier

The Vodacom Bulls could lose star scrumhalf Embrose Papier unless Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus comes to the party. Papier’s standout URC form has driven up his value, leaving the Bulls vulnerable to overseas interest. The 28-year-old remains contracted until June...