Moaning Matt: Only one team can topple Boks

Former Scotland coach Matt Williams believes there’s only one team in world rugby at the moment capable of matching the Springboks’ depth and physicality. While many believe the All Blacks are the Boks’ closest rivals for World Cup glory next year, Williams warns that...

Nkosi: Latica hasn’t looked out of place

Coach Mziwakhe Nkosi praised fullback Latica Nela after a commanding 52-29 bonus-point win over the Pumas at Ellis Park on Saturday. Nkosi was thrilled with the victory, particularly given his side had a shorter turnaround than the Pumas following their narrow...

Schools wrap: Affies power past Maritzburg

Affies were too strong for Maritzburg College in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday. while Stellenberg extended their unbeaten home run to nine matches. The Wit Bulle were largely in control at Goldstone’s, leading 12-5 after loosehead prop Francois de Beer crossed just...

Stormers close door on Doogz, eye Sharks star

The Stormers have decided not to make a formal offer to Springbok centre Damian de Allende. According to Rapport, they are instead looking to lure one of the country’s biggest prospects to the Cape. The Stormers had held lengthy discussions over a possible return for...
King Kolisi’s reign is not over

King Kolisi’s reign is not over

Siya Kolisi remains central to Rassie Erasmus’ plans for the Springboks’ 2027 World Cup defence, despite the emergence of capable successors, writes MARK KEOHANE. Writing for the Sunday Times, Keohane argues that Kolisi’s selection is based solely on his value as a...

Frans: Faf’s radio chat changed the game

Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn says there was a “shift in the game” against the Sharks XV after he spoke with Faf de Klerk over the radio. The Springbok scrumhalf was named Man of the Match after Friday’s 43-21 Currie Cup win in Bloemfontein, scoring two tries and...

Stormers youngster on Cheetahs’ radar

The Cheetahs are reportedly making progress in their bid to sign a promising Stormers playmaker as Frans Steyn continues to add depth to his squad. According to Rapport, Steyn and his coaching team are working to bring the versatile Dominic Malgas to Bloemfontein...

Maties coach quits, replacement revealed

Kabamba Floors resigned as Maties head coach at the end of June, a month before his contract was due to expire. A Stellenbosch University spokesperson confirmed Floors’ departure to Rapport. but would not explain why. “The university regards the reasons for his...