Powell: Blitzboks’ resolve to be tested in Dubai

Coach Neil Powell says the Springbok Sevens’ mental and physical resolve will be severely tested this weekend in Dubai, where they are the top seeds for round two of the new World Rugby Sevens Series.

Sharks vs Saracens cancelled due to Covid

The scheduled rugby clash between the Sharks and Saracens in London next month has been cancelled due to recent developments regarding the new variant of Covid-19.

Munster’s exit delayed by more positive tests

Munster will have to remain in South Africa after it was confirmed that nine more squad members tested positive for Covid-19.

Stats show McGeechan was talking foreign

Following Ian McGeechan’s comments on the number of overseas-based players in the Springbok squad, here’s a breakdown of the number of foreign-born players in each of the world’s top 10-ranked Test teams.

Blitzbok trio in Dubai Dream Team

Three Blitzboks and four Argentinians have been included in World Rugby’s seven-man Dream Team for the Dubai Sevens.

Savea commits to All Blacks, ditches code switch

All Blacks superstar Ardie Savea committed to play rugby in New Zealand for another four years Tuesday, jettisoning talk of a code switch to rugby league.

Bastareaud to ‘reflect on future’ after horrific injury

Former France captain Mathieu Bastareaud said on Monday he will think about his future after suffering two serious knee injuries last weekend, with his Lyon contract up at the end of the season.

Gatland to take charge of NZ BaaBaas

Warren Gatland has been named as head coach of the New Zealand Barbarians for their clash against the New Zealand Heartland XV in Taupō on Sunday.

Exeter Chiefs to ditch logo amid growing pressure

The Exeter Chiefs are set to drop their Native American-style logo despite delaying the final decision until next month for further talks.

Brown leads rampant Blitzboks to gold

The Blitzboks were crowned Dubai Sevens champions after beating the USA 42-7 in the Cup final on Saturday.