Shadow Junior Boks run riot against Ikeys

Junior Boks hopefuls laid down an early marker for selection as the SA U20 academy side ran amok against the UCT Ikeys in Stellenbosch. The academy side, effectively a shadow Junior Boks group, tore into the Ikeys, running in a staggering 14 tries against the...
Perth fans fume over World Cup opener

Perth fans fume over World Cup opener

Perth rugby fans have voiced their frustration after organisers confirmed that Australia will open the 2027 World Cup against minnows Hong Kong. The decision has deflated hopes of a once-in-a-lifetime Wallabies-All Blacks World Cup opener at Optus Stadium in Western...

Ex-Italy lock backs Rassie’s bold statement

South African-born former Italy lock Carlo del Fava hopes Rassie Erasmus’ call on Italy is correct. After the Springboks’ two-Test series against the Azzurri in South Africa last year, Erasmus made it clear that Italy, who finished fifth in the 2025 Six Nations, were...
Sharks add front-row depth

Sharks add front-row depth

The Sharks have confirmed the signing of a loosehead prop on a three-year contract. Cameron Dawson has joined the Sharks from the Cheetahs after featuring for the Bloemfontein-based outfit in this season’s EPCR Challenge Cup. A former Paul Roos Gymnasium pupil, Dawson...