Ackermann’s brace boosts Gloucester

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s English Premiership, Pro14, French Top 14 and Japanese Top League matches involving South African players.

Retallick, Laumape won’t face Boks

Brodie Retallick and Ngani Laumape have been ruled out of the All Blacks’ match against the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday.

All Blacks close in on title

The All Blacks will secure the Rugby Championship title after only four rounds if they claim five log points against the Springboks in Wellington, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Toulon pip Castres despite red card

Toulon fired late to beat Castres 28-27, while there were also wins for Toulouse, Racing, Lyon, Clermont and Pau in the French Top 14.

Bath, Gloucester play to thrilling draw

Gloucester needed a late try to draw 31-31 with Bath, while there were English Premiership wins for Saracens, Northampton, Leicester, Exeter and Sale.

Bulls complain about RFU

The Bulls have lodged a formal complaint with World Rugby over the conduct of the RFU in its pursuit of John Mitchell.

Ex-Pumas boss to coach Griquas

Brent Janse van Rensburg will become Griquas’ new head coach after signing a three-year deal.

Maties may take Varsity Cup to court

Defending champions Maties are set to open court proceedings against the Varsity Cup due to its reluctance to approve one of the university’s prospective sponsors.

Border stun Boland in First Division

The Border Bulldogs beat the Boland Cavaliers 24-17, while the Leopards and SWD Eagles also won in the Currie Cup First Division on Saturday.

Scarlets take down Leinster

The Scarlets claimed a thrilling 23-21 victory over Leinster, while there were also wins for Glasgow, Ulster, Connacht and Treviso in the Pro14.