Wales too good for France

George North scored a solitary try for Wales as they clinched a 19-10 win over France in Friday’s Six Nations clash in Cardiff. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Brumbies humble hapless Hurricanes

The Brumbies sent out a resounding Super Rugby statement as they scored seven tries in a 52-10 win over the Hurricanes in Canberra on Friday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Ackers spells out selection of son

Lions coach Johan Ackermann says the selection of his son, Ruan, was based on the utility value he adds as a forward. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Gold explains flyhalf pick

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold says the decision to start Joe Pietersen ahead of Garth April was a carefully considered selection, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Cheeky survives again

A constitutional technicality prevented a vote of no confidence being passed against president Cheeky Watson at the EPRU’s special general meeting on Thursday night. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Sharks will crush Kings

The Sharks and Kings will both have a point to prove in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Cruden comeback to boost Chiefs

The return of All Blacks flyhalf Aaron Cruden should inspire the Chiefs to victory over the Crusaders in Christchurch on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Six Nations preview (Round 3)

England have an opportunity to solidify their status as Six Nations title contenders when they take on Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Vermaak, Du Toit start for Stormers

Jano Vermaak and Pieter-Steph du Toit will earn their first Super Rugby caps for the Stormers against the Bulls at Newlands on Saturday.

Beast skippers Sharks

Beast Mtawarira will captain the Sharks in their Super Rugby opener against the Kings on Saturday, while Joe Pietersen is set to start at flyhalf.