Franco could face Boks or Scots decision
Franco Smith has proved that you don’t need to be a big-name coach to achieve the impossible, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
Dweba sticks with Stormers
Springbok hooker Joseph Dweba has reportedly turned down the offer of a R1 million salary increase from a Premiership club to stay with the DHL Stormers.
Hanekom set to miss Ireland series
Cameron Hanekom is set to miss the opportunity to make his Test debut when the Springboks host Ireland in July, after suffering an injury in the Vodacom URC final.
Steyn: Franco promised us whiskey
Warriors captain Kyle Steyn explained how coach Franco Smith set the tone for Glasgow’s title-winning campaign by promising the team a “wee dram of whiskey”.
Smith’s Warriors braced for ‘hostile’ Loftus
Franco Smith has called on his Glasgow Warriors team to make a significant step up as they prepare for a hostile reception in the @Vodacom #URC final at a sold-out Loftus Versfeld on Saturday.
Arendse returns for URC final
The Bulls have received a significant boost with the return of Kurt-Lee Arendse for the final against Glasgow Warriors at a sold-out Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC
Italian ref to blow URC final
One year after becoming the first Italian match official to referee a URC final, Andrea Piardi has been appointed to this season’s decider in Pretoria where the Bulls meet Glasgow Warriors. @Vodacom
Road to the final: Bulls shoot to thrill
Beaten finalists in 2022, the Bulls have bounced back from last season’s quarter-final defeat to secure a first home final. @Vodacom #URC
Currie Cup gets thumbs up
SA Rugby has confirmed that the 2024 Currie Cup will go ahead as scheduled after an agreement was reached on a new groundbreaking player management model.
Gelant returns for Stormers in Glasgow playoff
Warrick Gelant makes his return for the DHL Stormers in their @Vodacom #URC quarter-final against Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday.
