Xaba keeping it sharp for Stormers

Nama Xaba works both smart and hard as he couples an incredible work ethic with a sharp mind, which makes for an all-round threat all over the park for the DHL Stormers.

Hooper back for Wallabies against Scotland

Michael Hooper has been recalled to the starting XV for Australia’s European tour opener against Scotland at Murrayfield on Saturday.

Bok prop signs with French giants

Springbok anchor Vincent Koch has agreed to join French Top 14 side Stade Francais as a medical joker, ending widespread speculation around his future.

Lions trust winning combos for Stormers duel

Coach Ivan van Rooyen has taken an ‘if it ain’t broken, don’t fix it’ approach by naming an unchanged starting XV for the URC clash between the Emirates Lions and DHL Stormers on Saturday.

Sharks circling Bok World Cup hero

Vincent Koch is in high demand, with the Springbok tighthead prop reportedly “weighing up a number of options” to return home or stay in Europe.

By the numbers: Lions vs Stormers

The Emirates Lions and DHL Stormers renew hostilities when the SA teams lock horns in a Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash at Ellis Park on Saturday.

Bulls complete Bok deal

The Vodacom Bulls have secured the signature of a Springbok on a long-term deal that adds muscle to the Highveld heavies from next season.

All Blacks star joins tour after ‘weird funk’

Sam Whitelock flew to Japan on Wednesday as a late addition to the New Zealand squad after revealing his delayed departure had been the result of jumping around with his kids on a trampoline.

Lions back wily Bok to bully Stormers

Springbok anchor Ruan Dreyer is primed for maximum impact in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash between the Emirates Lions and DHL Stormers on Saturday.

Dobbo’s Diary: Roaring to go

DHL Stormers coach John Dobson can’t wait for the chance to claw back lost league points in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash with the Lions at Ellis Park.