Samoa faces four-year ban

Samoa could be banned from international rugby after the country’s government withdrew all recognition and financial support for its governing body, Lakapi Samoa. According to the Samoan Observer, World Rugby has given the Samoan government 24 hours to reconsider its...

Cheika set for head coaching comeback

Former Wallabies and Argentina boss Michael Cheika could make a surprise return to Super Rugby after emerging as a leading contender for a vacant post. According to RugbyPass, Cheika has become a front-runner after several top candidates reportedly declined the...
Kitsie highlights key to victory

Kitsie highlights key to victory

Former Springbok prop Steven Kitshoff believes a “proven stat” could determine the outcome of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. Speaking on the For The Love of Rugby South Africa podcast, Kitshoff said Bok assistant coach Felix Jones often highlighted a statistic...

Junior Boks boost Sharks for Cape clash

Sharks XV coach Mike Vowles has named four Junior Springboks in his match 23 for Saturday’s Currie Cup clash against the Stormers XXIII in Cape Town. Luan Giliomee starts at fullback with hooker Liam van Wyk, prop Rambo Kubheka and winger Khuthi Rasivhaga on the...

Ungerer backs Smith to steer Stormers ship

Stormers XXIII captain Stefan Ungerer believes Kyle Smith is ready to shoulder the responsibility of sparking their attack. MORNÉ ESBEN reports. Smith will become the third player in as many matches to wear the pivotal No 10 jersey when the Stormers host the Sharks XV...