SA rugby chiefs band together
The South African rugby industry has come together to navigate the retention of teams and jobs in the face of the threat to the business posed by the global Coronavirus pandemic.
Kolisi supporting health workers during lockdown
Springbok and Stormers captain Siya Kolisi’s foundation has announced an initiative to supply vital equipment to health workers to combat Covid-19.
Jones agrees to pay reduction
England head coach Eddie Jones has agreed to take a pay cut of more than 25% as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
‘B&I Lions tour can boost SA Rugby’
The 2021 British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa could provide the local game with financial relief after the coronavirus pandemic, according to a WP board member.
Kolisi’s message to the nation
Stormers and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi has encouraged South Africans to stay connected and optimistic during the country’s pending 21-day lockdown in the fight against Covid-19.
Quins latest club to impose pay cuts
Harlequins have become the sixth English Premiership club to impose a 25% pay cut to help stabilise their finances during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dobson: High-quality, remote operation is the plan
John Dobson says his team will be provided with home gym equipment and be doing technical analysis during the enforced period of lockdown, while still performing their social outreach duties within the confines of the law.
Watch: SBW sends Covid-19 caution
Sonny Bill Williams has pleaded with the public, especially young people, to stay home as much as possible and to adhere to the measures put in place to help combat the coronavirus.
Watch: The Sharks’ Covid-19 diaries
Sharks players – including Jeremy Ward and Tera Mtembu – give an update on how they have embraced their period of self-isolation.
Japanese Top League called off
The Japan Rugby Football Union has confirmed its decision to cancel the remainder of the Top League season in response to the global coronavirus pandemic.
