RIP Neels Liebel

John Smit has paid tribute to Neels Liebel after learning that the former Springbok strength and conditioning coach had passed away.

Kolbe’s a magician, says Bok teammate

Cobus Reinach says Cheslin Kolbe’s unpredictability not only elevates the teams he plays for, but also helps opposing players to improve their game, write MARIETTE ADAMS.

Reinach: No time for trip down RWC memory lane

Scrumhalf Cobus Reinach says now is not the time for the Springboks to reflect on and bask in the glory of their 2019 World Cup triumph because their focus needs to be on the Tests against Georgia and the British & Irish Lions, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Mo’unga, Barrett in showdown for No 10 jersey

Flyhalf Richie Mo’unga has opened up about his ongoing, but healthy, rivalry with Beauden Barrett for the All Blacks No 10 jersey.

Marx: Boks have no fear ahead of Lions series

Hooker Malcolm Marx is adamant there’s no hint of fear within the Springbok camp that they might have lost their winning momentum having last played internationally 19 months ago.

Watch: ‘This is how we sevens’

Check out World Rugby’s newly launched sevens campaign – ‘This Is How We Sevens’ – as excitement builds towards the Tokyo Olympic Games, which kicks off in under 50 days.

Blues, Highlanders name lineups for Trans-Tasman final

The Blues have made just one change to their starting XV, while the Highlanders have named an unchanged team for the Trans-Tasman final between the sides at Eden Park in Auckland on Saturday.

Steyn’s unerring boot inspires Bulls to Sharks rout

Morne Steyn contributed 19 points as the Bulls took down the Sharks 43-9 in Pretoria on Saturday to extend their Rainbow Cup SA winning streak to three matches.

Jake picks Bok heavy to face Stormers

Jake White has welcomed a World Cup winner back to his match-day squad for Saturday’s game against the Stormers at the Cape Town Stadium.

Bulls down Lions in dull derby

The Bulls opened their Rainbow Cup campaign with a 22-9 win over the Lions at Loftus on Saturday night despite having three tries disallowed.