Simon Borchardt

Simon Borchardt

WP lock tests positive

Gerbrandt Grobler has received a two-year ban after testing positive for an anabolic steroid.

Sharks brace for ‘epic battle’

Sharks director of rugby Gary Gold expects Thursday's match against Toulon to be of Super Rugby standard.

Sharks take balanced approach

Michael Horak says the Sharks will put equal emphasis on attack and defence this season.

Etzebeth out for a month

Eben Etzebeth will miss the first three rounds of Vodacom Super Rugby because of a chest injury.

Bordeaux sign Beyers

Vodacom Bulls fulback Ulrich Beyers has joined Bordeaux as medical cover for the injured Darly Domvo.

Saffa Dragon calls it quits

South African-born Wales flank Andries Pretorius has been forced into retirement by a rare auto-immune condition.