Bulls unleash heavy hitters for derby

The Vodacom Bulls have named a powerful, Springbok-laden lineup for Saturday’s north-south derby against the Stormers at Loftus Versfeld. Coach Johan Ackermann has recalled several experienced forwards to the starting pack as his side looks to claim the honours in one...

Naas explains family move to USA

Springbok great Naas Botha has confirmed that he and his family have relocated to the USA. Botha and his wife Karen issued a joint statement after reports surfaced earlier this week suggesting the family had settled in Kansas. Two of the couple’s three daughters are...

Slaptjips: SA schools rugby stronger than ever

Pieter Rossouw believes the depth of schoolboy rugby in South Africa has grown significantly. The former Springbok wing, nicknamed “Slaptjips” for his unique running style, has been Paarl Gimnasium’s director of rugby since 2015. He says the landscape is no longer...

Superbru: Bulls or Stormers?

The SARugby magazine team make their predictions for this weekend’s Vodacom URC and Six Nations matches. United Rugby Championship Connacht vs Scarlets (Friday, 9:45pm) Simon Borchardt: Connacht by 10 Juandré Joubert: Connacht by 10 Dylan Johnson: Connacht by 18 Morné...

It’s all about balance for Sacha

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu has opened up about the mental and emotional demands placed on professional players. The Stormers playmaker – who’s come under criticism in recent weeks – admitted that it can sometimes be difficult for a professional sportsman to maintain...