Sharks snap up Bulls prop

The Sharks have reportedly signed a Vodacom Bulls powerhouse to replace Stormers-bound loosehead Ntuthuko Mchunu next season. According to Planet Rugby, Simphiwe Matanzima put pen to paper on a Sharks deal last week in what represents a key acquisition for John...

Schoeman: Lions selection an amazing moment

Pierre Schoeman shed tears when realising his four-year dream to be selected for the British & Irish Lions. The Scotland, Edinburgh and former Bulls loosehead prop was on Thursday one of two South Africans named in the 38-man squad for the tour of Australia, along...

Saffa blood runs through Lions veins

Pierre Schoeman and Duhan van der Merwe complement an exciting mix of talent such as Henry Pollock and Tommy Freeman in the 2025 British & Irish Lions squad, writes MARK KEOHANE. South African Scotland internationals Van der Merwe and Schoeman were on Thursday...

Plum: Crocked Boks back for playoffs

Sharks coach John Plumtree expects two injured Springbok backs to be fit for the Vodacom URC playoffs. Bok centre Lukhanyo Am was a noticeable absentee from the starting lineup for Friday night’s match against Ospreys at Kings Park, with Jurenzo Julius named at 13....
British & Irish Lions call on Saffa duo

British & Irish Lions call on Saffa duo

Two South Africans have been included in the British & Irish Lions’ 38-man squad for their tour of Australia. Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe, who played in all three Lions Tests against the Springboks in 2021, returns to the set-up, while another kilted Saffa,...