New Wallabies captain gets legend’s advice

Nick Champion de Crespigny admits he was surprised to be named Wallabies captain for Saturday’s Test against Japan in only his third international appearance. The 29-year-old will lead the side in Tokyo as Australia kick off a five-Test tour that also pits them...

Murphy’s red card rescinded after Wessels ban

The 20-minute red card given to Connact flank Josh Murphy for retaliation against the Bulls has been rescinded. Murphy was sent off after lashing out at Bulls hooker Jan-Hendrik Wessels, who he accused of grabbing his genitals. Murphy complained to referee Mike...

Confirmed: Jan-Hendrik banned for nine weeks

Bulls and Springbok front-rower Jan-Hendrik Wessels has been found guilty of “grabbing, twisting or squeezing the genitals” by a URC disciplinary panel. The incident occurred in the 18th minute of the match between Connacht and the Bulls when Connacht flank Josh...

Franco demands Glasgow’s best for Bulls clash

Glasgow Warriors coach Franco Smith says his players are “hitting their straps” as they head into Friday night’s big URC clash with the Bulls. Smith’s men have scored 13 tries in their last two matches while recording bonus-point victories at home to the Dragons...