White’s Calder coup

The recruitment of visual expert Sherylle Calder is yet another shrewd move by Sharks director of rugby Jake White, according to JON CARDINELLI.

Stormers pip Bulls in Polokwane

Scott van Breda scored a last-gasp try to boost the Stormers to a 26-19 win in a warm-up game on Saturday.

France deny plucky Poms

France survived a brave fightback by England to emerge 26-24 winners at Stade de France on Saturday.

Matfield’s success will be SA’s success

Judgements regarding Victor Matfield's likely Springbok comeback will have to wait until we are well into the Super Rugby tournament proper, says JON CARDINELLI.

World XV clash a boost for Boks

The pros of a proposed game at the Cape Town Stadium on 7 June far outweigh the cons, writes JON CARDINELLI.

Five SA backs to watch

JON CARDINELLI looks at the backline men who could play an important role in the 2014 Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Five SA forwards to watch

JON CARDINELLI looks at the big men who could make an impact in the 2014 Vodacom Super Rugby tournament.

Saru aims to break provincial barrier

Rassie Erasmus is adamant that a new Saru initiative will see the South African provinces working together in the interests of the Springboks. JON CARDINELLI reports.

Saracens match shows value in heading north

The clash of the hemispheres must be packaged as a bona fide club competition rather than a one-off exhibition game, says JON CARDINELLI.

Sarries survive Sharks fightback

Saracens beat the Sharks 23-15 in a warm-up match in London on Saturday thanks to a superior first-half performance, writes JON CARDINELLI.