Smal linked with Cardiff job
Western Province director of rugby Gert Smal has reportedly held talks with the Cardiff Blues over their head coach role.
CUT staying grounded after big win
CUT coach Tiaan Liebenberg says his side will not get carried away after beating NMU 38-37 for their first win of the season and second in Varsity Cup history. DYLAN JACK reports.
Big bucks to watch All Blacks
A top-priced ticket for November’s much-anticipated Test between England and the All Blacks at Twickenham will cost the equivalent of R3,200.
Head knocks end Goodes’ career
South African-born Hurricanes prop Reggie Goodes has been forced to retire from the game after a series of concussions.
Maties keep Tuks winless
Maties flyhalf Chris Smith kicked a 78th-minute penalty to ensure a 24-16 win against Tuks, while there were also wins for CUT, UCT and Shimlas in round three of the Varsity Cup.
France flight halted by police
The France team’s departure flight from Edinburgh was delayed on Monday so certain players could be interviewed as potential witnesses to an alleged sexual assault.
Worcester upset log leaders
The Worcester Warriors beat the Exeter Chiefs, while there were also wins for Bath, Gloucester, Saracens, Wasps and Sale in round 14 of the English Premiership.
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Edinburgh snatched a dramatic 29-24 victory against Leinster, while there were also wins for Cardiff, Munster, Ulster and Connacht in the Pro14.
Bulls ease past Jaguares
The Bulls scored two first-half tries as they beat the Jaguares 21-12 in a pre-season match at the Loftus B-field on Saturday.
Marx named SA’s best
Springbok hooker Malcolm Marx has been named SA Rugby Player of the Year for 2017.
