Cheetahs cruelly denied by Ulster

Billy Burns kicked an 82nd-minute conversion to snatch a dramatic 39-39 draw for Ulster against the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Pumas too good for Cheetahs

The Pumas kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 42-14 bonus-point win over the Free State Cheetahs in Bloemfontein on Friday.

Human backs Schools Sevens tournament

Blitzboks star Dewald Human has voiced his support for the inaugural Schools Sevens tournament that will take place from 5-6 October in Johannesburg. DYLAN JACK reports.

Pro14 preview (Round 4)

The Cheetahs and Kings are both looking to end three-match losing streaks, writes MARIETTE ADAMS.

Velleman returns for Kings

Flank CJ Velleman will play off the Kings bench in their Pro14 match against the Glasgow Warriors in Port Elizabeth on Saturday.

Goodwood player passes away

Goodwood Rugby Club wing Kyle Barnes has died after suffering a freak neck and head injury while playing for the club’s 1st XV on the weekend.

Varsity and Schools Sevens to coincide

The first national Schools Sevens tournament will be held during the Varsity Sevens from 5-6 October at the Pirates Rugby Club in Johannesburg.

Tui withdraws from Wallabies squad

Lukhan Tui has not been included in the Wallabies’ 30-man squad for the Rugby Championship matches against the Springboks and Argentina.

Hogg to miss Bok Test

Scotland fullback Stuart Hogg will miss their November internationals after being ruled out of action for up to 12 weeks with an ankle injury.

Erasmus asked for Willemse shift

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus requested to have Damian Willemse play at fullback in Western Province’s Currie Cup match against Griquas on Saturday.