English Premiership

Hougie returns as Warriors win

Francois Hougaard starred for the Worcester Warriors in their 30-15 upset win over the Northampton Saints, while Gloucester, Wasps, Exeter, Leicester and Bath were also victorious in the English Premiership.

Rohan ‘excited’ about overseas stint

Rohan Janse van Rensburg is looking forward to experiencing a new environment as he gets set for a short-term stint with the Sale Sharks in England, writes CRAIG LEWIS. Janse van Rensburg will be joining up with the English club on a three-month deal before returning to the Lions ahead of the 2018 Super Rugby season. The highly-regarded centre told SARugbymag.co.za on… Read more →

Carr set for stint at Wasps

English club Wasps have confirmed the signing of Western Province star Nizaam Carr on a three-month contract.

Catrakilis set for lengthy layoff

Harlequins flyhalf Demetri Catrakilis has been ruled out for at least two months after undergoing throat surgery on Tuesday.

Louw cited for eye-gouge

Francois Louw has been cited for allegedly making contact with the eye area of Marco Fuser. The Italian has been cited for allegedly biting Louw in the same incident, which took place in the 77th minute of Bath’s European Champions Cup match against Treviso. The RFU disciplinary hearing will take place in London on Wednesday night. If found guilty, Louw would receive a… Read more →

English clubs target Bok lock

Springbok lock Franco Mostert is reportedly a sought-after recruit by a number of English clubs.

Ackers’ Gloucester back to winning ways

Gloucester recorded a 29-24 bonus-point victory over Northampton, while there were also English Premiership wins for Exeter, Harlequins, Bath, Leicester and Saracens.