UAR completes investigation into racism
The three Argentina players involved in a racism, xenophobia and discrimination scandal will have to ‘complete a series of educational courses’ before being allowed to play Test rugby again.
McGeechan calls for Itoje to replace Jones as Lions skipper
Sir Ian McGeechan says England lock Maro Itoje should captain the British & Irish Lions on their tour of South Africa in 2021 instead of Alun Wyn Jones who is ‘no longer a potential starter’.
Good news on injury front for Lions
The Lions could be boosted by the return of Jamba Ulengo in as little as a week’s time, while two other players are expected to return to fitness in time for the Currie Cup playoffs.
Covid-19 contact situation rules Kolisi out of action
Captain Siya Kolisi has been ruled out of Western Province’s upcoming match against the Cheetahs this weekend after coming into contact with a person who tested positive for Covid-19.
Steyn leads clinical Cheetahs past Sharks
Frans Steyn contributed 17 points as the Cheetahs thumped the Sharks 37-10 in Bloemfontein on Sunday.
Boland Rugby president passes away
SA Rugby president Mark Alexander has expressed his condolences to the family of Boland Rugby Union president Ivan Pekeur, who passed away on Sunday in Worcester.
Highlights: WP oust Griquas at Newlands
Check out the highlights of Western Province’s five-try 34-17 victory over Griquas in Cape Town on Saturday.
Van Rooyen heaps praise on Lions’ old guard
Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen was full of praise for Willem Alberts, Jannie du Plessis and Jaco Kriel in the wake of their 27-12 victory over the Sharks at Ellis Park.
‘No excuse for Sharks’ error-ridden performance’
Sean Everitt has lamented the Sharks’ poor display, particularly up front, that led to them losing 27-12 to the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Bulls CEO: Important for fans to return
Vodacom Bulls chief executive Edgar Rathbone says it is still a ‘priority’ for the rugby industry to get small groups of fans back into stadiums.
