Esterhuizen: I gained confidence in Japan

Sharks centre André Esterhuizen has credited a stint in Japan as a key factor to his impressive form this season, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Teichmann dismisses Pro14 rumours

Sharks CEO Gary Teichmann has rejected suggestions of more South African sides ditching Super Rugby for the Pro14 competition in Europe.

Cheetahs flank on Bulls’ radar

Paul Schoeman is set to join the Bulls after failing to sign a new contract with the Cheetahs.

Bulls receive Bok boost

Springbok tighthead Trevor Nyakane trained with the Bulls on Monday and is expected to feature against the Sharks in Pretoria this Saturday.

Lions boss hints at European temptation

Lions president Kevin de Klerk says the ‘millions of pounds on offer in Europe’ could influence decision-making when the current Sanzaar deal expires.

SA Rugby reaches transformation goals

SA Rugby has welcomed the ‘successful achievement’ of its targets in the latest report of the Eminent Persons Group on Transformation in Sport (EPG).

Junior Boks rotate for Wales

Junior Boks coach Chean Roux has made six changes to his lineup for Tuesday’s warm-up game against Wales in Cardiff.

‘SA not leaving Super Rugby’

Sanzaar says a report claiming that three more South African teams are set to withdraw from Super Rugby to play in Europe is ‘simply wrong’.

John Allan’s Perfect XV

The former Bok and Scotland hooker’s team of the best he played with or against.