Category: RUGBY
Connacht suffer injury blows for SA safari
Two leading Ireland internationals are among several notable absentees in a 29-man Connacht tour squad to face the Stormers and Lions in the Republic. The Irish province will be without
Read MoreRewind: Bok speedster outruns Benetton
The Lions and Benetton renew hostilities at Ellis Park on Saturday, and here we look back at Edwill van der Merwe’s try for the Pride in a 37–29 win in
Read MoreStormers to embrace Connacht challenge
Ruben van Heerden says the Stormers are ready for a lineout battle on Saturday, as coach Norman Laker puts Connacht stars Bundee Aki and Mack Hansen on notice. The Stormers,
Read MoreAll Blacks flyer to make Japanese move
A key member in the All Blacks backline will play in Japan next year, depriving New Zealand of his speed and try-scoring prowess ahead of the 2027 Rugby World Cup.
Read MoreWatch: Tshitukas outsmart Bok playmakers
Vincent and Emmanuel Tshituka showcase their quick thinking against Jaden and Jordan Hendrikse in a Sharks challenge to see which set of brothers have a tighter bond. WATCH: Feeding time
Read MoreUCT spoil Maties party in Varsity Cup final
Ntokozo Makhaza scored 32 points as UCT won the 2025 Varsity Cup final in Stellenbosch on Monday night to snap an 11-year title drought and spoil Maties’ 150th anniversary party.
Read More‘Small mistakes’ cost inconsistent Lions
Lineout coach Barend Pieterse says the Lions must find consistency in their final push for the Vodacom URC playoffs. The Joburg-based franchise began the tournament with four consecutive victories but
Read MoreMo’unga to tackle Lions Down Under
New Zealand flyhalf Ritchie Mo’unga has been invited by former All Blacks head coach Ian Foster to represent the ANZAC team against the British & Irish Lions. According to RugbyJP.com,
Read MoreJunior Bok boss upbeat after Hammies hit-out
Kevin Foote says the Junior Springboks’ clash against Hamiltons was another valuable opportunity to give his players time on the field and assess their potential. The head coach was speaking
Read MoreStormers get lock boost for ‘knockout’ duel
Norman Laker says JD Schickerling is back in Stormers training and up for selection, as Ruben van Heerden emphasises the importance of Saturday’s clash against Connacht. The Stormers, just one
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