Co-captains for Stormers

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck has appointed Juan de Jongh and Frans Malherbe as co-captains for the 2016 Super Rugby season.

Hougie off to Worcester

Francois Hougaard has signed a short-term contract with English Premiership side, the Worcester Warriors.

Cronjé blow for Lions

Lions scrumhalf Ross Cronjé could be out for up to eight weeks after breaking his nose in Saturday's warm-up match against the Bulls in Polokwane.

Boost for Blitzboks

Influential Blitzboks Kyle Brown, Cecil Afrika and Branco du Preez have all returned to full training following the completion of their respective rehabilitation programmes.

Goromaru on Toulon’s radar

The Reds could battle to retain the services of fullback Ayumu Goromaru, who has received an offer from Toulon.

April must keep No 10 jersey

The Sharks should back the talented Garth April to fill in for Pat Lambie at the start of Super Rugby, but the flyhalf dilemma facing the Bulls is far less clear-cut, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Bulls snatch victory over Lions

Jamba Ulengo scored a try in the final play of the game as the Bulls clinched a 28-24 win over the Lions in Polokwane on Saturday.

Wales overcome spirited Scots

Wales survived a scare to clinch an important 27-23 win over Scotland in Saturday’s Six Nations clash in Cardiff. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Brumbies batter Reds

The Brumbies clinched a comprehensive 31-18 win over the Reds in a pre-season clash at Ballymore on Friday.

Gold hails ‘fight’ of Sharks

Director of rugby Gary Gold is satisfied with the Sharks’ impressive performance against Toulouse.