Liebenberg to lead Blue Bulls

Loose forward Hanro Liebenberg has been appointed as Blue Bulls captain for this year’s Currie Cup.

Mitchell’s departure a ‘done deal’

The Bulls are searching for a replacement for head coach John Mitchell, who is set to become England’s new defence coach.

Tigers throw Wallabies a curveball

The Leicester Tigers will force Wallabies duo Matt Toomua and Tatafu Polota-Nau to return to England during the Rugby Championship.

Read returns to lead All Blacks

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has named a 35-man squad for the Rugby Championship.

Big results for Boishaai, Glenwood

There were a number of surprises in school matches this past weekend and some interesting contests to come as the season enters the final straight. THEO GARRUN reports.

WP squad named for France tour

Western Province coach John Dobson has named a 27-man squad for their two-match tour to France ahead of the Currie Cup.

SA Rugby to slash professional contracts

SA Rugby is reportedly set to adopt a new contracting system that would reduce the country’s professional player pool by 54%.

Cheika shows Wallabies hand

Michael Cheika has included six uncapped players in the Wallabies’ 36-man squad for their Rugby Championship opener against the All Blacks on 18 August.

Whiteley: Format helped Lions

Lions captain Warren Whiteley admits the Super Rugby conference system benefited his side this season.

Lions exposed in final failure

The Crusaders handed the attack-minded Lions yet another lesson in finals rugby, writes JON CARDINELLI.