Champions Cup defends under-fire format

The Investec Champions Cup will retain its controversial format until at least 2030, despite growing criticism from clubs, coaches and fans. European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) has rejected calls for change, insisting the current structure is delivering drama,...

Tony breaks silence on All Blacks speculation

Springbok attack coach Tony Brown has reacted to reports linking him with a return to New Zealand to help coach the All Blacks. There has been fevered speculation around the 51-year-old since Scott Robertson was unexpectedly sacked as All Blacks head coach midway...

French club eyes Bok No 9

A French Top 14 club is reportedly targeting a Springbok scrumhalf. Faf de Klerk has emerged as a potential target for Perpignan, with reports in France suggesting the Catalan outfit is exploring a move for the two-time World Cup winner. According to Rugby Scope,...

Sonny Bill names new All Blacks captain

Sonny Bill Williams says the All Blacks need a new captain to move the team forward – and has named his ideal replacement. The former All Blacks centre weighed in on the fallout from head coach Scott Robertson’s dismissal, urging NZ Rugby to look beyond the coaching...