‘Sharks in better shape’

Gary Gold says the Sharks will benefit from improved conditioning during the upcoming Currie Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

WP lacking work ethic

Coach John Dobson has identified some considerable concerns after Western Province’s unconvincing performance against the EP Kings in a pre-season friendly.

‘Second best not good enough’

Former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers says coming close to beating the All Blacks cannot be regarded as a success.

Boks need big men back

The Springboks desperately need Duane Vermeulen and Willem Alberts to be fit for the World Cup, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Wallabies cruise past Pumas

The Wallabies scored two late tries to secure a bonus-point 34-9 win over Argentina in Mendoza. CRAIG LEWIS reports.

Argentina need to nullify Folau threat

Argentina will have to deny Wallabies fullback Israel Folau possession and room to run if they hope to compete in this weekend's Test, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Watson dismisses Spencer statements

EP Kings president Cheeky Watson has refuted reports suggesting coach Carlos Spencer parted ways with the union as the result of 'unpaid wages'.

De Jongh, De Villiers start for WP

Captain Juan de Jongh and Jean de Villiers will combine in the midfield for Western Province in a Currie Cup pre-season clash against the EP Kings on Saturday.

Hendricks to start against All Blacks

Cornal Hendricks will start on the right wing against the All Blacks on Saturday after JP Pietersen was forced to withdraw as the result of a hamstring injury.

Brüssow back for Boks

Heinrich Brüssow will feature for the Springboks for the first time since the 2011 World Cup after being named to start at openside flank against the All Blacks.