RG brings up 50, Sous not selected

RG Snyman will hit the 50-Test milestone in the city he now calls home as Rassie Erasmus unleashes a fully-loaded Springbok lineup to tackle Ireland at the Aviva Stadium on Saturday. Erasmus has reverted to the core side that dismantled France two weeks ago, making...

Ireland make big call for Boks

Coach Andy Farrell has decided on his starting flyhalf for Saturday’s Test against Ireland in Dublin. Farrell has backed youngster Sam Prendergast to steer Ireland’s attack against the world champions ahead of Jack Crowley. Prendergast gets the No 10 jersey after an...

Lions front-rower forced to retire

The Lions have suffered a major setback with a senior member of their front row calling time on his career. Hooker Jaco Visagie has been advised to retire after the serious neck injury he suffered in September, which ruled him out of the Currie Cup final and the early...

Cardiff sign versatile Bulls back

Cardiff have bolstered their backline with the signing of a Bulls player, who could be available for the Welsh side’s URC clash with Zebre on 29 November. Cornel Smit arrives at the Arms Park capable of covering centre, flyhalf and wing – a level of adaptability that...

Nienaber: I miss the Springboks

Jacques Nienaber has not ruled out a return to the Springbok management team ahead of the 2027 World Cup in Australia. Nienaber insists he is fully committed to Leinster for now, but admits the Boks still hold a powerful pull on him. The former Bok coach, now senior...