Buoyant England relish high expectations

England head into the Six Nations as genuine contenders to break France and Ireland’s grip on the competition. France and Ireland have shared the last four Six Nations titles between them, but England have won their last 11 Tests and will be firm favourites to get off...
‘Ireland will always be title contenders’

‘Ireland will always be title contenders’

Former France coach Philippe Saint-Andre believes Ireland are in decline, but two-time Six Nations winner Mike Ross insists they will again challenge for the title. Ireland will be missing several key players when they kick off their bid to regain the Six Nations...

Willie hits back at critic

Willie le Roux responded firmly to a critic on social media following the Vodacom Bulls’ emphatic win against the Lions at Ellis Park. After the match, an X user posted: “Amazing how much better the Bulls look without Willie le Roux.” The 36-year-old, who was rested...

Boks-All Blacks Test selling out fast

Only a limited number of tickets are still available for the second Greatest Rivalry Test at Cape Town Stadium on 29 August. General ticket sales opened on Monday following last week’s pre-sale for registered buyers, and demand has been strongest for the Cape Town...