Saffas abroad

How Bok poached Saffas for Sharks

A World Cup-winning Springbok has been revealed as one of the chief recruiters of top South African players for Sale Sharks.

Bok outcast: I was in a WhatsApp group

Forgotten Test-capped flyhalf Robert du Preez hasn’t given up on his Springbok aspirations and wants to reopen the lines of communication with the national coaches.

Saffas Abroad: Ruan roars, Tambwe and Tedder soar

South Africans starred on another action-packed weekend of northern hemisphere rugby, with Ruan Ackermann and Madosh Tambwe and journeyman Tristan Tedder delivering eye-catching performances.

Saffas Abroad: Marvelous Madosh mesmerises all

Here’s a wrap of all the action involving South African players in the English Premiership and French Top 14, including the try-scoring wizardry of Madosh Tambwe.

SALFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 11: Daniel du Preez of Sale Sharks runs with the ball during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Sale Sharks and Northampton Saints at AJ Bell Stadium on September 11, 2022 in Salford, England

Saffas Abroad: Du Preez bros star for Sale

Another action-packed weekend in the northern hemisphere featured excellent performances from the Du Preez brothers, as well as Springbok No 8 Jasper Wiese.

Watch: Kolbe’s eventful return to rugby

Springbok wing Cheslin Kolbe dotted down for Toulon in his first game since suffering a jaw injury in July, but had another scare when he was taken out in the air.

WORCESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Duhan van der Merwe of Worcester Warriors crosses for the second try during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Worcester Warriors and Newcastle Falcons at Sixways Stadium on September 24, 2022 in Worcester, England.

Saffas Abroad: Duhan inspires Worcester to first win

Here’s a wrap of all the action involving South African players in England and France, including a look at how embattled Worcester Warriors got their first win of the season.

BATH, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 17: Akker van der Merwe of Sale celebrates scoring a try during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Bath Rugby and Sale Sharks at Recreation Ground on September 17, 2022 in Bath, England.

Saffas Abroad: Akker, Trokkie dot down in England

Here’s a wrap of all the action involving South African players in England and France, including a look at how some Springbok hopefuls fared.

EXETER, ENGLAND - MARCH 06: Jacques Vermeulen of Exeter Chiefs celebrates with team mate Jannes Kirsten after scoring their second try during the Gallagher Premiership Rugby match between Exeter Chiefs and Sale Sharks at Sandy Park on March 06, 2022 in Exeter, England.

Vermeulen grounded in SA after robbery

Former Sharks loose forward Jacques Vermeulen has been unable to return to England to play for Exeter Chiefs after his passport was stolen in a car robbery.

Saffas Abroad: Du Preez, Trokkie in clash of bruisers

Here’s a wrap of all the action involving South African players in the opening round of the English Premiership, including a look at the face-off between Daniel du Preez and Juarno Augustus.