Willie’s managing expectations

Springbok fullback Willie le Roux knows the expectations of him in the 2014 Super Rugby season will be higher now that he’s played at Test level for South Africa.

No Wallabies exodus – Toomua

Wallabies centre Matt Toomua believes that captain Ben Mowen’s departure prior to the 2015 World Cup won’t spark a mass exodus from Australia.

Boks also benefited from Baa-Baas

The Barbarians match last December was good for South Africa and New Zealand, writes MARK KEOHANE.

Chabal as a fairy

France's former hardman Sébastien Chabal dons fairy wings for a new TV advertisement.

IRB cuts Fiji’s funding

The IRB has suspended all financial support to the Fiji Rugby Union (FRU) with immediate effect until the union introduces new management systems.

Samurai trump Titans in Cup final

The Samurai won the Sevens Premier League Cup final 33-17 against the Titans on Sunday.

Welsh rugby debacle

BT Sport's Sarra Elgan explores the Welsh rugby crisis and future of the regions.

Samurai Sevens dominate day one

The Samurai Sevens remained undefeated on day one of the Premier League Sevens tournament in George.

Julian Savea tribute

Giant All Black winger Julian Savea showed his clinical finishing and power in full force throughout 2013.

Rugby hits compilation

Some well-timed tackles and punishing hits have been on display in recent weeks.