Duhan helps Scotland end Cardiff curse
Scotland survived a stunning fightback by Wales to end their 22-year wait for a win in Cardiff with a thrilling victory in their Six Nations opener on Saturday.
Scotland survived a stunning fightback by Wales to end their 22-year wait for a win in Cardiff with a thrilling victory in their Six Nations opener on Saturday.
George Ford scored 17 points as England survived a late fightback from Italy to kick off their Six Nations campaign with a come-from-behind win at Stadio Olimpico on Saturday.
Head coach Andy Farrell said Ireland’s thrashing of France gave them invaluable momentum in their bid to defend their Six Nations title.
France lock Paul Willemse was sent off in the first half of the Six Nations opener against Ireland in Marseille, and the defending champions took full advantage to run in five tries.
South Africa to host New Zealand in the 2024 Rugby Championship is more appealing than Friday’s Six Nations opener between France and Ireland, writes MARK KEOHANE.
Rassie Erasmus will reportedly relinquish his role as SA’s director of rugby to take charge of the Springboks, as part of a national coaching team shakeup.
While Duane Vermeulen has reportedly held “constructive talks” with the DHL Stormers over a coaching role, both parties are waiting to get the green light from SA Rugby.
Siya Kolisi says that “hard conversations” as a Springbok group has meant that every player, himself included, accepts getting subbed is for the good of the team.
Former Springbok skipper Jean de Villiers believes Tony Brown and Jerry Flannery would be invaluable additions to Rassie Erasmus’ national coaching setup.
The 2023 Rugby World Cup in France emerged as the most-watched rugby event in history, according to World Rugby, and South Africa played a pivotal role in its success.