England call up South African star

England coach Steve Borthwick has included an uncapped South African in his 42-man training group ahead of their Nations Championship tour in July. Bristol Bears centre Benhard Janse van Rensburg was called up on Monday despite only becoming eligible for England on 8...
Watch: Sky’s the limit for scintillating Siyaya

Watch: Sky’s the limit for scintillating Siyaya

Eighteen-year-old Zekhethelo Siyaya has made his mark in top-flight rugby in just four appearances for the Sharks this season. OPINION: JP’s got a message for Rassie 𝐙𝐄𝐊𝐇𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐎 𝐒𝐈𝐘𝐀𝐘𝐀 In his first four appearances for the Sharks, the 18-year-old made his mark this...

Sharks owner threatens to cut funding

Sharks owner Marco Masotti has warned that South African clubs cannot afford to walk away from the Investec Champions Cup. On Saturday, SA Rugby confirmed it will host a workshop in July involving union presidents, CEOs and coaches to discuss player welfare and the...
Europe’s elite set for epic Bilbao battle

Europe’s elite set for epic Bilbao battle

Ultimate glory is on the line this Saturday as Leinster take on Bordeaux Bègles in Bilbao’s iconic San Mamés Stadium. It has all been building up to this. One hundred and sixty-nine days after round one kicked off on 5 December, just two sides remain in the Investec...

Saffas Abroad: Trio make their mark in France

Stade Français’ Jeremy Ward and Perpignan duo James Hall and Tristan Tedder got on the scoresheet as South Africa’s foreign legion impressed across England and France. French Top 14 Former Sharks centre Jeremy Ward crossed the whitewash in Stade Francais’ 73-25 win...