Bok Test another big step up for Tizzano

Loose forward Carlo Tizzano is eager to challenge himself against “the best team in the world” when the Wallabies and Springboks clash in Perth on Sunday. Tizzano made his Test debut against South Africa in Brisbane in August 2024 after injuries to Liam Wright and...

Tappe: Strong scrum can be nullified

URC head of match officials Tappe Henning has questioned World Rugby’s decision to remove the scrum option from a free kick. The 2024 law change means a team awarded a free kick can no longer opt for a scrum, prompting concerns that a side under pressure at the...

Tindall: Boks got the game unlocked

Mike Tindall reckons the Springboks have “cracked the code” by being attritional and expansive, yet the ex-England star wonders if South Africa could adapt to a scrum law change. Tindall was speaking on The Good, The Bad & The Rugby XTRA podcast, reflecting on a...

Saffas Abroad: Du Preez delivers for Bayonne

Bayonne flyhalf Rob du Preez was among the standout performers as South Africa’s foreign legion impressed in the French Top 14 this past weekend. Du Preez was the star of the show in a 46-24 win against Clermont at the Stade Jean-Dauger. The 33-year-old scored a...

Marcell: Bulls ready to end URC final hoodoo

Marcell Coetzee says the Bulls are determined to turn their URC final heartbreak into motivation as they target a breakthrough title this season. The captain believes the Pretoria-based side is better prepared to challenge for the trophy after reaching the final last...