Law changes for 2017
Five law changes, aimed at reducing negative play, increasing ball in play time and improving player welfare have been confirmed following approval by the World Rugby council late last year.
Craig Lewis
Super Rugby tweak
Sanzaar has announced that the 2017 Super Rugby semi-final draw will be 'pre-determined' in a change from last year.
Blitzboks blazing a trail
The Blitzboks’ continued success has provided illuminating insight into the benefits of a united and happy team environment, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Stormers too good for Cheetahs
The Stormers scored seven tries as they recorded an emphatic 43-7 win over the Cheetahs in a Super Rugby warm-up game in Harare on Saturday.
Bulls tame young Lions
The Bulls secured a comfortable 38-17 win over the Lions in their first Super Rugby warm-up game in Harare on Saturday.
Blitzboks flay Fiji
The Blitzboks finished top of Pool B on day one of the Wellington Sevens after defeating Fiji 31-12 in their final game on Saturday. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Blitzboks on form in Wellington
The Blitzboks made an emphatic start to the Wellington Sevens on Saturday after securing a 28-0 win over Australia, which followed a 33-0 thrashing of Japan. CRAIG LEWIS reports.
Push for change to eligibility ruling
The Sanzaar partners are likely to vote unanimously for an extension to the eligibility rule related to foreign players representing their adopted country.
Rohan goes ‘back to zero’
Rohan Janse van Rensburg says he will be taking nothing for granted ahead of a new Super Rugby season with the Lions, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
Senatla rising to the top
World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year Seabelo Senatla was one of the few bright lights on the South African rugby landscape last year, writes CRAIG LEWIS.
