Saffa on bench as La Rochelle test youth

La Rochelle coach Ronan O’Gara has picked a young, inexperienced team for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against the Stormers in Gqeberha. O’Gara has been forced into the changes because of a number of injuries to key players and the absence of international...

Wolhuter at 10 for revamped Bulls

Flyhalf Kade Wolhuter will make his Vodacom Bulls debut in Sunday’s Investec Champions Cup clash against the Northampton Saints. The Pretoria-based side recently secured the services of Wolhuter on a loan deal from the Lions, who he represented seven times in the...

Van der Mescht, Pollock to tackle Bulls

JJ van der Mescht and Henry Pollock will start for the Northampton Saints against the Vodacom Bulls at Frankin’s Gardens on Sunday. Former Junior Boks lock Van der Mescht has made a big impact since joining the Premiership club from Stade Francais, while England...

Injury-hit Cheetahs face French test

The Cheetahs have been forced into a backline reshuffle for Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash against Stade Français in Amsterdam. Coach Frans Steyn’s side is looking to bounce back from a 42-12 defeat to the Exeter Chiefs at Sandy Park last weekend. Flyhalf George...

Lions back Lombard for Red Bulls clash

The Lions have rung the changes for Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup match against the Newcastle Red Bulls at Kingston Park. After opening their campaign with a 26-18 defeat to Benetton at Ellis Park, the Joburg-based side has made several personnel adjustments. WJ...

Sharks, Bulls look to bounce back in Europe

While the Stormers made a winning start, the rest of the South African teams are seeking their first victories in European competition this weekend. The Stormers opened their Investec Champions Cup campaign with an impressive 26-17 away win against Bayonne and will...