The Remote Work Conundrum Redux

The big remote debate. It’s mostly over, right? Most big firms think they have solved the conundrum by summoning lawyers back to the office three, four, or even five days a week. End of discussion. But small-to-midsize firms still struggle with the issue of whether to...

Plum: All Blacks too small for Boks?

John Plumtree says the All Blacks may have to start picking bigger players to compete physically with the Springboks. The world champions claimed a 3-1 series win in Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry, with New Zealand ultimately unable to live with South Africa’s physicality,...
Sharks lock in front-row powerhouse

Sharks lock in front-row powerhouse

The Sharks have secured the services of a seasoned forward known for his set-piece prowess and physicality for the next three seasons. The Durban-based club announced on Tuesday that Simphiwe Matanzima has put pen to paper, keeping him in their ranks until 2029. MORE:...

Boks get hooker boost

Rassie Erasmus will be delighted that a promising Springbok front-row forward has completed his injury recovery ahead of the 2026-27 club season. The three-cap Marnus van der Merwe, who last featured for the world champions in last year’s 43-10 rout of the All Blacks...

The GOAT: Losing the series hurts

Dan Carter wanted the All Blacks to win all four Tests of the inaugural Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry after the Springboks claimed bragging rights with a 3-1 victory. Carter, rugby’s record Test points scorer and two-time World Cup winner, on social media said the series...

Fleckie: We’ve turned the tables on All Blacks

Robbie Fleck has praised the evolution of the Springbok attack, with Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani noting New Zealand’s scrum remains a weakness. Fleck and Hlungwani chatted to former Bok skipper Jean de Villiers on the Boks Unpacked X The Verdict podcast,...

Wallabies ‘up for the fight’ with Boks

Coach Les Kiss admits the Wallabies will need to step up a level when they face the Springboks in Perth. Seventh-ranked Australia are unbeaten in four Tests under Kiss, with two wins against Japan followed by a win and a draw against Argentina. Having watched the Boks...