Rugby imports can add great value

You can't blame Wales for selecting New Zealand-born flyhalf Gareth Anscombe, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

Nathan Sharpe on 2015 World Cup contenders

The former Wallabies lock says while the All Blacks will be the best team going into the global showpiece, he's not so sure they'll win it.

Catrakilis off to France

Stormers and Western Province flyhalf Demetri Catrakilis will join Jake White's Montpellier at the end of the year.

Pocock back for Brumbies

Brumbies flanker David Pocock will make his return from injury in Friday's pre-season clash against the Force in Perth.

‘The opportunity felt right’

Sharks lock Mouritz Botha on being approached by Brendan Venter last year, who he's eager to play against in Vodacom Super Rugby, and the importance of a rotation system.

Wales pick Kiwi flyhalf

Former Blues and Chiefs flyhalf Gareth Anscombe has been included in Wales' Six Nations squad.

Jean: ‘It’s looking good’

Injured Springbok captain Jean de Villiers is determined to be fit and ready for the World Cup in September and October.

Bulls start new recruits

Trevor Nyakane and Lappies Labuschagne will start for the Bulls in Polokwane on Saturday, with Joe Pietersen at flyhalf for the Cheetahs.

Carr, Kolisi to miss first warm-up

Loose forwards Nizaam Carr and Siya Kolisi will not be available for the Stormers' pre-season friendly against the SWD Eagles in George on Saturday.

EP prop to get Kiwi coaching

Former EP Craven Week and SA Schools prop Lupumlo Mguca has been given the chance to finish his studies at Burnside High School in Christchurch.