Stormers feared for Moerat’s safety

Stormers captain Siya Kolisi admits there were concerns whether Salmaan Moerat should travel with the team to New Zealand in the wake of the terrorist attacks in Christchurch last week.

Du Plessis enjoying ‘fresh start’

Stormers centre Dan du Plessis is happy to be back to full fitness after a couple of injury-marred seasons. DYLAN JACK reports.

Smal: I wanted to get back to coaching

Outgoing Western Province director of rugby Gert Smal says he is eager to get back into coaching when he joins Japanese club Toyota Verblitz later this year.

Stormers want to improve defence

Stormers assistant coach Norman Laker says the team is focused on restoring pride through their defence ahead of their tour-opener against the Hurricanes in Wellington on Saturday. DYLAN JACK reports.

Etzebeth could face Canes

Eben Etzebeth has passed a concussion test and could be available for selection for the Stormers’ match against the Hurricanes in Wellington on Saturday.

SA Team of the Week (Round 5)

CRAIG LEWIS picks a South African XV based on performances in the fifth round of the Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Western Province debt grows

WP Rugby’s debt to Remgro has grown from R40-million to almost R53-million after the union reportedly failed to make interest payments.

Stormers name touring squad

A 27-man Stormers touring squad will leave Cape Town on Sunday for a four-week Australasian tour.

Stormers youngsters excite Fleck

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck says their younger players will bring a new energy and positivity to the squad for their tour to Australasia. DYLAN JACK reports.

Etzebeth to miss Stormers tour opener

Eben Etzebeth will sit out the Stormers’ first game on tour against the Hurricanes in Wellington due to a concussion he suffered against the Jaguares.