Bok scrumhalf packs his bags for Bath

Journeyman scrumhalf Louis Schreuder will part ways with the Newcastle Falcons and join Bath at the end of the season.

Sexton sets sights on World Cup swansong

Ireland captain Johnny Sexton said he hopes to go out on “a high, not a whimper” after he signed a contract extension through to the 2023 Rugby World Cup on Tuesday.

Dupont injury scare for Grand Slam-chasing France

France suffered a scare ahead of Friday’s Six Nations clash with Wales as captain Antoine Dupont left training with his left arm bandaged and an ice pack wrapped round it.

Goosen picked in Most Overrated XV

Prodigiously talented and touted by coaches the world over, Johan Goosen seems best remembered for what he hasn’t done – play rugby.

Wales to risk Francis despite surgeon’s warning

Wales say prop Tomas Francis is available for selection against France in the Six Nations on Friday despite a strong warning from a surgeon that he risks “serious harm” after suffering a head injury against England.

Kiwi greats: Aussies have too many Super Rugby teams

Australian rugby will cease to exist if they don’t axe at least one Super Rugby franchise, says All Blacks legends Jeff Wilson and John Kirwan.

Varsity Cup wrap: Eagles leave it late, Ikeys soar

The NWU Eagles fired late to claim a 17-8 win over UP-Tuks in Potchefstroom in Round 4 of the Varsity Cup on Monday.

Eddie waxes lyrical about ‘favourites’ Ireland

England boss Eddie Jones says Ireland are “the most cohesive side in the world”, installing Andy Farrell’s men as favourites for Saturday’s Six Nations showdown at Twickenham.

Jantjies sticking around to ‘challenge’ himself

Unfinished business with the Stormers played a significant role in Herschel Jantjies’ decision to commit his immediate future to the Cape side.

Scotland call up Hastings for trip to Rome

Scotland have called up Adam Hastings for Saturday’s Six Nations clash with perennial strugglers Italy in Rome.