Watch: Specman makes sevens magic

Rosko Specman returns to the sevens circuit in Dubai this weekend, and is set to boost the Blitzboks with on-field sorcery like this mesmerising run against New Zealand.

Stellies suits Smith down to the turf

Lock Adre Smith says that playing at the Danie Craven Stadium this weekend will suit the DHL Stormers and the pack’s set-piece performance down to the ground.

Stormers skyscrapers a ‘silver lining’

John Dobson has praised the rise of locks Ruben van Heerden and Adre Smith as the DHL Stormers look to emerge from under a “dark cloud” this weekend.

Nohamba added to Lions catch

Sanele Nohamba was a late inclusion into the Lions’ spree of re-signings that have committed their futures to the union until 2025. @Vodacom #URC

Watch: Eben embraces Shark Tank frenzy

Springbok enforcer Eben Etzebeth marked his return for the Sharks with a barnstorming try at Kings Park, before signing balls and posing for photos post-match.

Pain driving Blitzboks in Dubai

Veteran forward Impi Visser says the Dubai Sevens presents the Blitzboks with the perfect place to start to atone for last season’s poor campaign.

Bulls on a high as Louw sets lofty target

Scrum plough Wilco Louw’s return to South Africa has given horns to a raging Vodacom Bulls set piece and life to his hopes of harvesting a Springboks recall.

Upbeat Blitzboks down for desert mission

Veteran playmaker Justin Geduld has emphasised building on the Blitzboks’ strong track record in Dubai, while leveraging past learnings for success this weekend.

All Blacks captain wants to follow Bok example

All Blacks captain Sam Cane has called on New Zealand Rugby to follow in the Springboks’ footsteps and select overseas-based players.

‘Old’ Carr revved up for Bok run

Veteran loose forward Nizaam Carr is inspired by former teammates Deon Fourie, Siya Kolisi and Eben Etzebeth to not give up on playing for the Springboks again.