Simon Borchardt

Simon Borchardt

Uruguay book World Cup spot

Uruguay secured the last place at the 2015 World Cup when they beat Russia 36-27 in Montevideo on Saturday.

‘It was every man for himself’

Former Lions coach John Mitchell says an orchestrated campaign was run against him during Super Rugby in 2012.

Bulls to pick injured Pollard

Handré Pollard, who is struggling with an ankle injury, will be on the Blue Bulls' bench for Saturday's match against Griquas.

Bok trio bolster Cheetahs

Trevor Nyakane, Lood de Jager and Oupa Mohoje will start for the Free State Cheetahs against the Golden Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.

Griquas limp towards Loftus

Injuries have forced Griquas coach Hawies Fourie to select players out of position for their match against the Blue Bulls in Pretoria on Saturday.

SBW makes winning return

Sonny Bill Williams played 20 minutes off the bench upon his return to rugby union as Counties Manukau beat Auckland 41-18 in Pukekohe on Wednesday.