Stormers retain hot-shot 10
Breakout DHL Stormers star Jurie Matthee has signed a new long-term contract with Western Province Rugby following a sensational start to his professional career.
Breakout DHL Stormers star Jurie Matthee has signed a new long-term contract with Western Province Rugby following a sensational start to his professional career.
The thrilling opening round of the Six Nations exposed a kink in rugby’s lawbook which encourages kicking tennis between two teams, first exploited by Antoine Dupont.
SA Rugby has officially announced the new coaching staff for the Springboks, while Rassie Erasmus has signed on as head coach until the end of 2027.
Cheslin Kolbe and Damian Willemse leave defenders chasing ghosts in this compilation of humiliating sidesteps from across the globe – replayed at snail’s pace.
Deon Fourie’s second stint as a DHL Stormer has been a resounding success in every sense.
The Vodacom Bulls were reportedly caught off guard by Jan Serfontein’s decision to turn down a return to Loftus Versfeld and extend his contract with Montpellier.
Fabien Galthie has enjoyed a long honeymoon but for the first time since he took over France, there are rumblings about his stewardship following the thumping by Ireland in the Six Nations.
Wandisile Simelane has put his hand up to make his DHL Stormers debut in the coastal derby against the Sharks in Durban after making a strong impression during the mid-season break.
A potential “warm-up” Test against Wales in Twickenham would echo Rassie Erasmus’ first match in charge of the Springboks six years ago in Washington DC.
All Blacks lock and Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu said on Monday he expects to be sidelined for around 10 weeks with a broken jaw, missing the start of the Super Rugby Pacific season.