Ackers backs Marco to lead explosive Bulls bench

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has explained Marco van Staden’s selection at hooker in a 6-2 bench for Friday night’s must-win Investec Champions Cup clash against Pau. The most interesting call is that of Springbok loose forward Marco van Staden as hooker cover,...

Kurt-Lee back as Bulls chop and change

Vodacom Bulls coach Johan Ackermann has made 11 changes to his side for Friday night’s Investec Champions Cup clash against Pau at the Stade du Hameau. Seven changes are in the pack where most notably lock and captain Ruan Nortje drops to the bench with flank Marcell...

Watch: Stormers prop interviews Markus Muller

Schoolboy sensation Markus Muller chats to Neethling Fouche about getting his matric results and training with the Stormers this week. It’s been a big week for Markus Muller – Matric results, training with the DHL Stormers and now his first interview with...

Roos locks in with Stormers

Springbok loose forward Evan Roos has committed his future to the Stormers, signing a contract extension that will keep him in Cape Town until at least 2028. The explosive No 8 has once again been at the heart of the Stormers’ campaign, crossing the whitewash six...

Watch: Sharks’ comeback stuns Clermont

With the Sharks hosting Clermont in the Investec Champions Cup on Saturday, here’s a reminder of what happened when they met in the 2023-24 EPCR Challenge Cup semi-finals. OX: Sharks treating Clermont clash like a playoff Photo: Patrick Khachfe/Getty Images The post...