Six Nations preview (Round 2)

Ireland will once again be looking for South African-born CJ Stander to make an impact when they take on France in Paris on Saturday, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

New boss for SA Rugby referees

Mzwamadoda 'Banks' Yantolo has been appointed as SA Rugby’s new referees manager, succeeding André Watson.

Jones tweaks England lineup

Coach Eddie Jones has made three changes to England's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Italy in Rome.

No action against NZ Sevens

World Rugby has stated that the New Zealand Sevens side will not be charged with misconduct after fielding an extra man against Australia in Sydney last weekend.

NZ Sevens got out of jail

Whether or not the New Zealand Sevens side ‘inadvertently’ fielded an eighth player against Australia is completely immaterial, writes CRAIG LEWIS. 

Strong Stormers to face Jaguares

Pieter-Steph du Toit will start at No 5 lock when the Stormers take on the Jaguares at Newlands on Saturday.

Coetzee’s Ulster deal confirmed

Springbok and Sharks flanker Marcell Coetzee will join Ulster on a three-year deal from the 2016-17 season.

Heart concern for Cornal

Springbok winger Cornal Hendricks is suffering from a serious heart condition that threatens to jeopardise his rugby career.

Pollard to miss Super Rugby

The Bulls have confirmed that star flyhalf Handré Pollard has been ruled out of the entire Super Rugby competition after tearing knee ligaments at a training session on Monday.

April at 10 for Sharks

Garth April will start at flyhalf in a new-look Sharks side to face Toulouse in a friendly match on Thursday.