Saffa extends Sale Sharks stay

Saffa extends Sale Sharks stay

A South African forward has committed his long-term future to the Sale Shark by signing a three-year contract extension. Ernst van Rhyn, who can play in the second row or back row, had one year left on the deal signed when he joined from the Stormers, but he has now...
Watch: Why did the All Blacks lose?

Watch: Why did the All Blacks lose?

Nelson Mandela, white collars … All Blacks fans play the blame game after the record loss to the Boks. Why the All Blacks lost. #NZLvRSA pic.twitter.com/gwLm3FCI1t — Jared Wright (@jaredwright17) September 16, 2025 The post Watch: Why did the All Blacks lose? appeared...

URC, Castle Lager join forces

The Vodacom URC has teamed up with Castle Lager – a brand that has stood the test of time – as the official beer sponsor of the championship in South Africa. The URC has shown remarkable growth since the South African franchises officially joined the competition in...

Stormers ‘not trying to buy success’

Stormers CEO Johan le Roux says the Cape franchise is focused on building from within rather than spending big on signings. The Stormers have lost several players during the off-season, including hooker Joseph Dweba (Exeter Chiefs), scrumhalves Herschel Jantjies...

Journeyman Roets in rugby wilderness again

Enforcer Le Roux Roets has parted ways with the Sale Sharks just a year after joining the English club. It is the latest chapter in a nomadic career marked by frequent moves and frustrating setbacks. The 30-year-old lock, who tips the scales at 138kg, arrived in...