Tonga ready to welcome Folau with open arms

Former captain Aleki Lutui says controversial star Israel Folau would be welcomed into Tonga’s Test set-up in the lead-up to the 2023 World Cup.

Goosen lands Bulls coaching gig

Former Springbok Johan Goosen has taken up a coaching role at the Vodacom Bulls.

Blitzboks keen to maintain World Series form

The Blitzboks have returned to training in preparation for the two Sevens Series tournaments in Spain and the squad has been boosted by Justin Geduld’s return from injury.

Toulon president blasts ‘handicap’ Etzebeth

Toulon president Bernard Lemaître has labeled Springbok lock Eben Etzebeth as a “handicap” to the club because he was “expensive, is regularly injured and is often away on Test duty”.

Injured De Allende ruled out of all-Irish showdown

Springbok centre Damian de Allende will miss Munster’s crucial Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash against rivals Ulster due to injury.

Lions buzzing for URC restart

Lions are hard at work on their preparations ahead of their first Vodacom United Rugby Championship fixture later this month against the Sharks.

Kolbe’s Toulon debut in doubt

Toulon head coach Franck Azema said on Friday an unnamed squad member has been hospitalised after contracting coronavirus, two days before Springbok star Cheslin Kolbe’s league debut for the club.

Watch: Heartbreak for Boks against England

The Boks conceded a late penalty which Marcus Smith converted to give England a thrilling 27-26 win over South Africa at Twickenham.

Gqoboka to push harder in 2022

Vodacom Bulls prop Lizo Gqoboka is determined to produce his best rugby this season following a challenging 2021.

Lions announce Nkosi’s Currie Cup appointment

The Lions have confirmed the appointment of Mziwakhe Nkosi as their Currie Cup coach for the 2022 campaign.