Handre back for Boks, Hooker at 12

Handré Pollard will make his long-awaited return to the Springbok starting lineup when South Africa face Italy in Turin on Saturday as part of a much-changed side named by head coach Rassie Erasmus. The veteran flyhalf, who last started for the Boks in the 24-17 loss...

Bulls lock in eight young stars

The Bulls have announced a slew of contract extensions for eight of their most promising young talents. The move is a major vote of confidence in the franchise’s development system and its intent to lock in a new generation of players who have all impressed in recent...
Stormers scrum depth makes Brok smile

Stormers scrum depth makes Brok smile

Scrum coach Brok Harris says the Stormers’ front-row depth is giving him plenty to smile about ahead of a massive trip to Munster. MORNÉ ESBEN reports. The Stormers are unbeaten after five rounds of the URC and top the log with 23 points – the same as their Irish...

France ring changes after Bok beating

France coach Fabien Galthié has overhauled his match 23 for Saturday’s Test against Fiji following last week’s bruising loss to the Springboks in Paris. Galthié has made six changes to his starting XV and a further five adjustments on the bench. Despite the shake-up,...

LRZ starts as wounded Wales change four

Louis Rees-Zammit has been recalled to Wales’ starting lineup for Saturday’s clash with Japan in Cardiff. The 24-year-old replaces Tom Rogers on the right wing in one of four changes to the side that started in last week’s 52-28 loss to Argentina. Rees-Zammit joins...