De Allende returns for WP

Damian de Allende will start at inside centre as one of four changes to the Western Province team ahead of Friday’s match against the Pumas in Nelspruit.

Boks drop, Pumas rise in rankings

The Springboks have dropped to No 7 in the World Rugby rankings after their 32-19 loss to Argentina in Mendoza.

Pumas wary of WP attack

Pumas coach Jimmy Stonehouse has challenged his players to improve defensively ahead of their clash against Western Province in Nelspruit on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Bulls to get big Mitchell payout

The Bulls are reportedly set to confirm the departure of its executive of rugby John Mitchell this week. 

Top 14 back with a bang

Castres began their French Top 14 title defence with a 25-20 win over Montpellier, while there were also victories for Stade Français, Clermont, La Rochelle, Bordeaux and Racing 92.

Fourie: Bulls set up to fail

Fourie du Preez has ruled himself out as a possible candidate to take over from John Mitchell as Bulls boss.

Erasmus sends SOS to Vermeulen

Rassie Erasmus has reportedly asked Duane Vermeulen to join the Springbok squad in Wellington ahead of their Test against the All Blacks on 15 September.

Sharks punish wasteful Bulls

The Sharks began their quest for Currie Cup honours with a 26-10 win victory over the Blue Bulls in Durban on Saturday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Lions topple Griquas in 14-try thriller

The Golden Lions scored nine tries in their 62-41 hammering of Griquas in Johannesburg on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Solitary change for Argentina

Mario Ledesma has made one change to Argentina’s starting lineup for Saturday’s Test against the Springboks in Mendoza.