Connacht humble Bulls in Galway

Connacht proved too strong for the Vodacom Bulls as they powered to a resounding victory over the tourists in the second round of the URC.

Dan Biggar: I’d swap places with some of that South African team

British & Irish Lions flyhalf Dan Biggar has fired back at critics of the tourists’ approach against the Springboks, while also suggesting the South Africans should not be rebuked for their style of play.

Benetton leave it late to snatch victory over Stormers

The Stormers will be kicking themselves as they imploded in the final 20 minutes of their match against Benetton to hand the Italian side victory.

Clinical Wallabies too strong for Pumas

Dave Rennie’s Wallabies proved too powerful for Los Pumas, coming away convincing victors in the second instalment of Saturday’s double-header in Townsville.

Kolisi: We’ve faced tougher challenges

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has said that although the previous two weeks have been difficult, they have not been the most challenging he’s had as leader of the side.

Matfield: I got it wrong

Victor Matfield has apologised for comments he made following the Springboks’ first Test against Australia wherein he questioned Damian Willemse’s quality as a player.

All Blacks power past outclassed Pumas

The All Blacks were too strong for a much-improved Argentina side, coming away with a convincing victory in Brisbane.

Roos signs Stormers extension

The Stormers have rounded off a turbulent week with a silver lining, announcing that star No 8 Evan Roos has signed a long-term contract with the Cape side.

False positive in Bok camp as Covid-19 scare avoided

A false positive Covid-19 test in the Springbok camp reportedly nearly caused chaos in the Rugby Championship and would have severely disrupted match preparations.

Late Griquas heroics earns draw with Pumas

A late Griquas try and some Trojan defence had them hold out against the Pumas to come away with two log points and a spot in the Currie Cup playoffs.