Saffa quartet in Scotland squad

Four South Africans have been included in Scotland’s squad for the Nations Championship, which includes a Test against the Springboks at Loftus Versfeld. They are wings Duhan van der Merwe and Kyle Steyn, along with props Pierre Schoeman and Nathan McBeth. Coach...
Baa-Baas bank on Saffa for Bok clash

Baa-Baas bank on Saffa for Bok clash

The Barbarians have been bolstered by three world-class players, including a South African, for their match against the Springboks in Gqeberha on 20 June. Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe, former All Blacks scrumhalf TJ Perenara and England prop Kyle Sinckler have...

Boks smart to keep Brown on

SA Rugby made the right call to hold attack coach Tony Brown to his Springbok contract, writes SIMON BORCHARDT. Brown’s decision to return to New Zealand and join the All Blacks coaching staff in 2028 shouldn’t have surprised anyone. He is a former All Blacks flyhalf...

NZ Rugby chief defends Brown appointment

CEO Steve Lancaster says NZ Rugby simply took the opportunity to secure Tony Brown as an All Blacks assistant coach from 2028. Brown has been appointed despite uncertainty over who will be leading the national team after the 2027 World Cup. Brown’s return to New...