When Boks held off Le Bleus in the wet

In an extract from his book, The Springboks and the Holy Grail, DAN RETIEF relives the 1995 World Cup semi-final between South Africa and France that was played in monsoon conditions, 20 years ago today.

‘Appointing Matfield too risky’

Six former players on whether Victor Matfield is ready to coach the Vodacom Bulls in Super Rugby and other possible candidates for the job. 

Vermeulen signs for Toulon

Springbok No 8 Duane Vermeulen has signed a three-year deal with European champions Toulon.

Du Preez, Esterhuizen suspended

Stormers fullback Robert du Preez and Sharks centre André Esterhuizen have received six and four-week suspensions respectively for tip tackles at Kings Park.

Ludeke quits as coach

Frans Ludeke has resigned as Vodacom Bulls coach, with Nollis Marais being appointed Currie Cup coach.