‘We need to see a SA team in the final’

Director of rugby John Dobson is confident that the Stormers’ respect for the Investec Champions Cup will help educate locals about the prestigious tournament. The Capetonians open their 2026-27 campaign against the Bristol Bears at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, with...

Dobbo relieved for Roos return amid ‘crisis’

Loose forward is a flashpoint for Stormers boss John Dobson, who has revealed at least one long-term absentee among several injured back-row players at the club. Speaking ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup opener against the Bristol Bears at Cape Town Stadium,...

Hip-drop law hits home for Louw

Bulls and Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw has welcomed World Rugby’s decision to outlaw the hip-drop tackle. The governing body recently announced that from 1 November, the technique will be specifically covered under Law 9.13, which deals with dangerous tackling,...
Rees-Lightning blasts 4G surfaces

Rees-Lightning blasts 4G surfaces

Louis Rees-Zammit has called for an end to artificial pitches in top-flight rugby after emerging from the Bristol Bears’ defeat to Saracens with a heavily scarred right leg. The Wales star took to social media after Saturday’s 30-7 loss at StoneX Stadium, posting a...