JP’s Sharks mirror his mindset

JP Pietersen’s growing impact as head coach is driving the Sharks’ resurgence, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane says the Sharks are showing the same physicality, rugby intelligence and mental resolve that defined Pietersen’s playing career....

Franco keeps high-flying Glasgow grounded

Franco Smith is keeping his Glasgow Warriors flat on the ground as they continue to soar in the Vodacom URC. The log leaders strengthened their grip with a convincing 31-10 bonus-point win over Benetton at Scotstoun – a result that saw Smith get one over his former...
Stormers finish strong to see off Edinburgh

Stormers finish strong to see off Edinburgh

The Stormers overcame an error-ridden performance to down Edinburgh at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday. The hosts won the Vodacom URC clash 33-14 after the teams were locked at 7-7 at half-time. It cements the Stormers’ second place on the log as they prepare to travel...

Bulls to give Champions Cup ‘best shot’

Coach Johan Ackermann says the Vodacom Bulls will go all out to beat the Glasgow Warriors in next Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 playoff. The Bulls face a daunting trip to Scotstoun Stadium after sneaking into the playoffs with just one win in four pool...

Ackers: Bulls left a lot of points out there

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann bemoaned “missed opportunities” after his side’s 34-31 win against Munster at Loftus. Despite claiming a valuable five-point haul that briefly moved them up to seventh on the Vodacom URC log, Ackermann felt the Bulls weren’t...