New issue: Faf – The Boks’ giant slayer

In the latest SA Rugby magazine, now on sale, we highlight the key role Faf de Klerk could play for the Springboks in the highly-anticipated British & Irish Lions series.

Wiese’s tigerish drive to prove doubters wrong

Jasper Wiese explains what motivated a move to Leicester Tigers that has catapulted the powerhouse No 8 into the Springbok frame.

Steyn absent from Bulls side to front Lions

Chris Smith has been selected at flyhalf in the Bulls’ starting lineup for Saturday’s Rainbow Cup SA game against the Lions in Johannesburg.

Boks’ Rugby Champs return confirmed

The Springboks will make their return to the Rugby Championship with two home Tests before embarking on a four-match tour of Australasia, according to the 2021 tournament schedule.

Sharks coach: Mapimpi’s been amazing

Makazole Mapimpi is expected to return to action for the Sharks in the clash with the Lions on 5 June, and coach Sean Everitt says ‘it’s a pleasure’ to have him back, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

SA Rugby’s contracting model: The facts and figures

South African rugby’s contracting model has required some creative thinking when it comes to assembling the best squad, writes SIMNIKIWE XABANISA in the latest SA Rugby magazine.

Sharks beef up pack for Stormers

Sharks head coach Sean Everitt has made three personnel changes and one positional switch to his team facing the Stormers in Durban on Saturday.

No winners in national schools rugby suspension

While made with the best intentions, the decision to implement a countrywide suspension on all contact sports – including rugby – at schools could have an adverse affect, writes DYLAN JACK.

Playing selector: Picking an alternative SA A side

A South Africa A side is set to take on the British & Irish Lions on 14 July. Editor CRAIG LEWIS turns selector and picks a team to face the tourists.

Kolbe reveals nerves, excitement for Champions Cup final

Cheslin Kolbe admits he is strangely feeling more nervous ahead of this weekend’s Champions Cup final than he did before the 2019 World Cup title decider.