Bulls’ Bok assistance surprises Stormers

Stormers defence coach Norman Laker admits he is surprised by the decision to allow members of the Springbok brains trust to assist the Vodacom Bulls in the build-up to Saturday’s derby at Cape Town Stadium. The Vodacom URC north-south clash has been given added...

Sharks-Lions in Durban never short on drama

It’s a case of eighth versus 13th on the Vodacom URC log but prepare for fireworks when the Sharks host the Lions on Saturday. The Sharks remarkably won their first two URC encounters against the Lions in Durban by the exact same scoreline of 37-10. The Joburg-based...

Three Saffas set to switch nations in 2026

Three South African players will become eligible for their adopted countries in 2026 and could feature at the 2027 World Cup. LINDIZ VAN ZILLA reports. The most high profile, and most controversial, is the case of Bristol Bears star Benhard Janse van Rensburg. The...

Saffas Abroad: Du Toit bags double for Bath

Springbok prop Thomas du Toit scored a brace of tries as South Africa’s foreign legion impressed across Europe and Japan. French Top 14 Flank Sikhumbuzo Notshe and centre JT Jackson started for Montauban in their 61-16 loss to Racing 92. Arno Botha started at lock for...