Bulls can’t afford to be complacent

Doubling down on a one-dimensional approach may do the Vodacom Bulls more harm than good in the long run, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Potent Sharks poised to snap Canes streak

A move toward a more balanced approach as well as the presence of several World Cup-winning Springboks have made all the difference for the Sharks in 2020, writes JON CARDINELLI.

SA Team of the Week (Round 2)

JON CARDINELLI selects a South African XV based on performances in round two of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

SA Player of the Week (Round 2)

Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi was the standout South African player across the second round of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Questions raised about rugby’s future

While a lot still needs to happen, SA Rugby’s pivot to the north would have a profound impact on both hemispheres, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Fiery Stormers blank Bulls

The Stormers overcame a belligerent Vodacom Bulls side to win 13-0 in the final north-south derby staged at Newlands on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Chiefs fightback floors Crusaders

The Chiefs hit back in the second stanza to complete an impressive 25-15 win over the Crusaders in Hamilton on Saturday. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Opportunity knocks for ambitious Boks

The structure and scheduling of the 2020 Test season will present opportunities as well as challenges for Jacques Nienaber’s Springbok team, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Mapimpi, Fassi sizzle for Sharks

The Sharks struck an excellent balance between defence and attack to claim a 42-20 win against the Highlanders and begin their Australasian tour on a high. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Willemse braced for Steyn challenge

Damian Willemse’s game management will be key when the Stormers welcome a belligerent Vodacom Bulls pack as well as the big boot of Morne Steyn to Newlands on Saturday, writes JON CARDINELLI.