Bok stars as Quins clinch historic cup win
Andre Esterhuizen scored as Harlequins beat Glasgow in a Champions Cup last-16 tie in London on Friday – their first knockout victory in the top European club competition.
Andre Esterhuizen scored as Harlequins beat Glasgow in a Champions Cup last-16 tie in London on Friday – their first knockout victory in the top European club competition.
Two South Africans have earned a place among the best XV chosen from the Welsh regional teams over the course of this season.
La Rochelle and Lyon warmed up for their Champions Cup playoffs against the Stormers and Bulls with wins, while Tyrone Green and Andre Esterhuizen inspired Harlequins to a thrilling Premiership victory.
Two-time Springbok world champion Faf de Klerk has been linked with several top European clubs, but it is believed that his salary expectations are too high.
Cheslin Kolbe made an immediate impact on his return from injury in Japan, where Damian de Allende scored a sensational try.
Cheslin Kolbe makes a tryline tackle, then races away before setting up his teammates to score in a clash between Suntory Sungoliath and Canon Eagles on Saturday.
English Premiership outfit Bath have confirmed the signing of Jacques du Plessis following a successful rehabilitation period with the club.
The Vodacom Bulls have confirmed the signing of Cobus Wiese from 1 July, with the utility forward set to link up with the Pretoria outfit at the end of the season from Sale Sharks.
Six SA-born players have been included in Edinburgh’s 30-man squad, three of them Scotland internationals, for their two-match tour of the Republic in the Vodacom URC.
Springbok lock Franco Mostert inspired Honda Heat to a first win of the season as Japan’s League One took centre stage over the weekend.