Big Vic: Privilege for Eben to take my record
Victor Matfield says Eben Etzebeth deserves to take over from him as the most-capped Springbok, with the lock set to go down as “one of the best Boks ever, if not the best”.
Ox to hitch wagon for France?
World Cup-winning Springbok prop Ox Nche is reportedly weighing up a move to a French club next year when the front-row juggernaut’s contract with the Sharks ends.
De Wet Bulls-bound, Sanele to Stormers
The Stormers are reportedly working hard behind the scenes to bring Lions playmaker Sanele Nohamba to Cape Town when Paul de Wet joins the Bulls in 2025.
Coach P rues ‘valiant’ Bulls’ execution
Speaking after a dramatic 2024 Currie Cup exit, Phiwe Nomlomo reflected on the highs and lows of his first season as head coach of the @Vodacom Bulls.
Stormers coach on England’s radar?
One of the Stormers’ highly respected tacticians has reportedly emerged as a potential target for Steve Borthwick to join the England boss’ support staff.
All Blacks suffer front-row blow
Injured All Black Fletcher Newell will miss next week’s Test against Australia, but New Zealand Rugby said fellow prop Ethan de Groot is fit to play.
Siya, Manu inspire Tshituka to soldier on
Vincent Tshituka is relishing the opportunity to hone his leadership skills alongside Siya Kolisi, in a powerful and dynamic back row with his brother Emmanuel at the Sharks.
Boks charged up for ‘hostile’ Argentina
Rassie Erasmus expects a stern test for the Springboks against Los Pumas next week, as the world champions depart for Argentina ready for a battle of epic proportions.
Jake’s URC rivals dispel SA safari ‘myth’
Toby Booth and Marco Bortolami believe Vodacom URC and EPCR clubs from Europe are even more confident about beating South African teams in the Republic.
Cheetahs stock up on champs for catfight
Victor Sekekete will lead a Cheetahs 23 boasting a veteran Springbok and seven 2023 Currie Cup winners against the Lions in the first of the two semi-finals on Saturday.
