Stormers are no quick fix

Gert Smal's appointment as director of rugby may not be enough to lift the Stormers out of the waters of mediocrity, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Lions exceeding expectations

A mid-table finish for the Lions would mark an outstanding comeback to Vodacom Super Rugby, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Poite to ref Boks’ first Test

Romain Poite will be the man in the middle when the Springboks host Wales in Durban on 14 June.

Dream Team (Round 7)

There is only one South African in this week's Dream Team, based on the Fantasy League points that were earned in round seven.

Appetite for destruction

Argentina lock Manuel Carizza could prove to be an important signing for the Stormers, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Kings snap up Sowerby

The EP Kings have signed former Springbok and Sharks player Shaun Sowerby as their new forwards coach.

Smal new WP boss

Gert Smal has been appointed Western Province director of rugby on a three-year deal. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Who will win the Duel of the Week?

Boshoff vs Slade

The battle between the two No 10s will be decisive in Saturday's big game at Ellis Park, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Steyn off the hook

Sharks centre Frans Steyn has been given an off-field yellow card for a dangerous tackle on the Waratahs' Kurtley Beale.