Next All Blacks coach must have Test experience

Next All Blacks coach must have Test experience

NZ Rugby has confirmed that international head coaching experience will be a non-negotiable requirement for the next All Blacks coach, as it formally begins the process to replace Scott Robertson. NZ Rugby announced on Monday that a five-person appointment panel will...

Six Nations changes for Ireland, France

Ireland and France have both been forced into late squad changes ahead of their blockbuster Six Nations opener. Ireland’s squad regrouped at the IRFU High Performance Centre on Sunday ahead of a pre-tournament camp in Portugal, but Andy Farrell’s original group has...

Lions brace for resurgent Bulls

The Lions have turned their attention to Saturday’s Jukskei derby against the Vodacom Bulls at Ellis Park after a demanding overseas tour that produced two draws. The Joburg-based side missed out on the EPCR Challenge Cup playoffs after a 20-20 stalemate in Perpignan...

JP hails Andre the Giant’s leadership

Coach JP Pietersen has singled out Springbok hybrid Andre Esterhuizen for how he steered the Sharks to victory over the Stormers in Cape Town. Esterhuizen was at the centre of the Sharks’ physical dominance and composure under pressure, in their impressive 30-19...