Dylan Jack

Leinster coach hails Bok lock’s impact

Despite only three appearances for his new team, lock Jason Jenkins has already made his mark at Leinster, assisting the side to the top of the log after three rounds in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship.

Pick your Bok flyhalf!

The Springboks’ November tour of Europe includes midweek matches which are sure to be used to give fringe players an opportunity to perform – who are you picking to start at No 10?

South Africa assistant coach Mzwandile Stick during the 2022 Castle Lager Incoming Series match between South Africa and Wales held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa on 16 July 2022 ©Shaun Roy/BackpagePix

Stick in charge of SA A team for UK Tour

Mzwandile Stick will take charge of the SA A side for their two matches against Munster and the Bristol Bears in November in a coaching team that includes Bafana Nhleko.

England flank backs rugby to deal with concussion concern

England flank Tom Curry believes rugby union has “come on leaps and bounds in terms of player safety” amid fears the sport’s future is at stake from concussion.

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Billy Stickland/INPHO/Shutterstock (12465718b) Leinster vs Vodacom Bulls. Bulls' Marcell Coetzee with the media ahead of the game United Rugby Championship, Aviva Stadium, Dublin - 25 Sep 2021

Coetzee seals Japan move

Springbok flank and Vodacom Bulls captain Marcell Coetzee’s move to the Kobe Steelers in Japan has been officially confirmed by the League One club.

Bok duo out of Bulls tour

Springbok wings Sbu Nkosi and Canan Moodie, as well as star hooker Johan Grobbelaar, were notable absentees when the Vodacom Bulls announced their squad to tour Scotland, Ireland and Italy.

Manie Libbok of Stormers attempts to get past Damien Hoyland of Edinburgh during the United Rugby Championship 2022/23 match between Stormers and Edinburgh held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa on 1 October 2022

Libbok giving Bok coaches food for thought

The Springboks have to use the upcoming European tour to develop a third out-and-out flyhalf and Manie Libbok should be at the top of the list of domestic playmakers, writes DYLAN JACK.

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - OCTOBER 02: Gaelle Hermet of France and Nolusindiso Booi of South Africa pose with the Rugby World Cup trophy during the Rugby World Cup 2021 Captain's Photocall at Eden Park on October 02, 2022 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Booi: Bok Women embracing World Cup moment

South Africa and France will open the Women’s World Cup and captain Nolusindiso Booi has reflected on the opportunity this provides to lay down a solid marker for their global status.

SALFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Sam James of Sale Sharks celebrates scoring their side's third try with teammate Robert du Preez during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Sale Sharks and Northampton Saints at AJ Bell Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Salford, England.

Saffas Abroad: Delight for Du Preez, pain for Pollard

There were contrasting emotions for Springbok flyhalves in the Premiership this weekend, as Robert du Preez helped Sale Sharks to a vital win, while Handre Pollard suffered another knock in his debut.

Damian Willemse of Stormers celebrates Stormers beating Ulster to reach the final during the United Rugby Championship 2021/22 Semifinal match between Stormers and Ulster held at Cape Town Stadium in Cape Town, South Africa on 11 June 2022

Versatile Willemse is the Stormers’ lethal weapon

Damian Willemse has embraced his ability to play in multiple positions in the backline and will be vital for the DHL Stormers in their Vodacom United Rugby Championship title defence.