Mechanics of the scrum

Former Western Province prop Tank Lanning and Stormers prop Oli Kebble look at the dark arts of scrummaging for All Out Rugby TV.

Johnson’s smart switch

Former Springbok loose forward Ashley Johnson has made a successful transition to hooker with Wasps, writes GAVIN MORTIMER.

Emotional Ackers on leaving the Lions

Johan Ackermann's emotional message to Lions fans after it was confirmed that he would join Gloucester at the end of the Super Rugby season. (Afrikaans).

SA rugby skills evolution is under way

The Stormers and Sharks are reaping the rewards of the emphasis placed on skills development during the pre-season, and it’s a culture of excellence that Brendan Venter can foster with the Springboks, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Super Rugby cull a must

The decision to reduce the number of Super Rugby teams from 18 to 15 is absolutely necessary for the competition’s survival, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Bet on Waratahs to keep it close

THE MONEY MAN is putting R1,000 on the Waratahs to not lose by nine or more points to the Crusaders in Sydney on Saturday.

Cheeky Watson: A King dethroned

Cheeky Watson’s tenure as Eastern Province president will be remembered for all the wrong reasons, writes CRAIG LEWIS.

Vickerman: From green to gold

Dan Vickerman learned his rugby in South Africa, but reached the top with the Wallabies, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.