Six Nations preview: Players to watch

SARugbymag.co.za takes a look at how the teams are shaping up ahead of this year’s Six Nations tournament and highlights some of the players to watch.

Meyer on the flank for Italy against France

Italy have named an inexperienced side for their Six Nations clash with France, opting for South African Johan Meyer to wear the No 7 shirt.

England scrumhalf picks Lions backline: No Farrell, Duhan

Former England scrumhalf Matt Dawson has selected his preferred British & Irish Lions backline, but found no room for England captain Owen Farrell or Scotland wing Duhan van der Merwe.

Lions tour: Undercooked Boks need game time

A combination of injuries and a lack of game time leave the Springboks in a tricky position before the British & Irish Lions series, writes ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE.

Five most prestigious trophies in rugby

ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE picks out five of the most prestigious trophies in rugby.

Four lessons from the Currie Cup

ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE underscores four lessons from this year’s Currie Cup.

What Van Staden’s move could mean for Bulls, Tigers

ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE examines what the rumoured departure of Marco van Staden would mean for the Vodacom Bulls and his new suitors Leicester Tigers.

Player ratings: Hendricks leads the way

ANDRE-PIERRE CRONJE selects some of the standout players following the Currie Cup final, and rates their performances out of 10.

The evolution of the Springbok emblem

A look at the evolution of the Springbok emblem over time from 1906 to present day.

Lions postponement unlikely, broadcasters prefer SA

The British & Irish Lions Series scheduled to take place this July is unlikely to be postponed, but the possibility of a UK and Ireland based ‘tour’ has not yet been precluded.