URC rubbishes SA exit talk
The URC has issued a statement pouring cold water on reports of a merger with the Premiership that would exclude South African and Italian teams.
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.
Stormers wrap up ‘brilliant’ pre-season prep
The DHL Stormers have spent the week in the Southern Cape on a training camp which saw the squad work hard on their game and strengthen connections off the field.
Bok duo join Lions’ Currie Cup hunt
Springboks Ruan Venter and Quan Horn have been recalled to the Lions’ starting lineup for the Currie Cup semi-final against the Cheetahs in Johannesburg on Saturday.
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.
Goosen to steer Bulls in semi
Johan Goosen has been recalled as the Vodacom Bulls have welcomed a trio of returning backs for the Currie Cup semi-final against the Sharks in Pretoria on Saturday.
Watch: Stormers tap into their wild side
Assistant coach Dawie Snyman and speedster Suleiman Hartzenberg unpack the work of the DHL Stormers at pre-season camp in George ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
Racing boss: Siya changed the plan
Director of rugby Stuart Lancaster said Siya Kolisi’s decision to continue to play Test rugby contributed to the Springbok skipper and French club Racing 92 parting ways.
Premiership’s URC plan to exclude SA teams
The Premiership clubs have reportedly favoured a merger with the URC that would see the formation of a new British and Irish league without South African and Italian teams.
Super Rugby reveals ‘lucky loser’ playoff overhaul
Super Rugby Pacific has overhauled the format for the 2025 season, introducing an extended 16-round campaign and a new six-team playoffs system.
