Hooker brings Metallica to Bok hit list

Ethan Hooker delivered a breakout performance as the Springboks demolished the All Blacks in Wellington, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane says Rassie Erasmus’ gamble to hand Hooker his first Test start paid off spectacularly, with the...
Maart double sinks Cheetahs

Maart double sinks Cheetahs

Winger Dylan Maart scored once in each half to help secure Griquas a place in the Currie Cup final after a convincing win in Kimberley on Saturday. The hosts looked the more polished of the two sides in their 25-5 victory. Griquas have had the better of their central...
Davids delivers as Lions maul Boland

Davids delivers as Lions maul Boland

Angelo Davids’ four tries helped the Lions book their place in the Currie Cup final as they crushed the Boland Cavaliers at Ellis Park. The Lions – packed with URC players – scored nine tries to claim a 67-19 win and secure a second consecutive domestic decider. The...
Black Ferns end Bok Women’s World Cup run

Black Ferns end Bok Women’s World Cup run

Defending champions New Zealand beat the Springbok Women at Sandy Park on Saturday to book their place in the World Cup semi-finals. The Black Ferns scored eight tries to triumph 46-17 against a South African side that had made history by reaching the playoffs for the...

Two Boks in doubt for Pumas double-header

The Springboks’ historic win over the All Blacks in Wellington has come at a price. Several players were forced off the field in the Boks’ 43-10 demolition of the All Blacks due to injuries and head-injury assessments, mostly in the backline. Lood de Jager, Sacha...