Big Trev: French scrum vulnerable

Springbok prop Trevor Nyakane has identified a potential weakness in France’s game despite their recent Six Nations triumph. He’s warned that their once-dominant scrum has lost its edge. France powered to the title with four wins, sealing the trophy in dramatic...

When coaches crack

Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani says Toulon coach Pierre Mignoni’s recent breakdown underlined the need for greater support structures in rugby, writes LINDIZ VAN ZILLA. In March, Mignoni revealed the pressures of elite coaching had caught up with him. “My body...

Duhan still sidelined as Edinburgh injuries mount

Duhan van der Merwe’s frustrating injury run continues, with the South African wing ruled out once again. Van der Merwe is set to miss Edinburgh’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against Leinster in Dublin. The powerful finisher has now missed four matches after...

Asenathi verdict delayed

Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye faces an anxious wait, with the outcome of his doping hearing still at least a month away. The 26-year-old scrum machine appeared before a disciplinary panel last week, where three days were set aside to hear two charges – one...
Former Stormer in doubt for heavyweight clash

Former Stormer in doubt for heavyweight clash

Toulon could be without a key player for Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup last-16 showdown against the Stormers at the Stade Mayol. Former Stormers lock Dave Ribbans, now a key figure in Toulon’s pack, is battling back and thigh niggles and remains uncertain for...