Four in Lions camp test positive for Covid-19

A Lions player is one of four people affiliated to the union who have returned positive tests for the coronavirus.

Mo’unga on trick play: ‘Something had to happen’

Flyhalf Richie Mo’unga has revealed the thought process behind his audacious kick off that helped spark the Crusaders’ comeback against the Blues on Saturday.

Hansen: ‘New Zealand don’t owe Aussies anything’

Ex-All Blacks coach Steve Hansen urged New Zealand Rugby to stand up for itself when it comes to deciding the format for Vodacom Super Rugby from next year onwards.

Highlights: Canes too strong for Highlanders

The Hurricanes powered into a 17-0 lead before holding off a comeback from the Highlanders to pick an important win on Sunday.

SA Rugby could consider ‘state-of-origin’ series

SA Rugby could consider hosting a ‘state-of-origin’ series during the festive period if the Springboks are unable to play Test rugby in 2020.

Duhan ready for Scotland call-up

Duhan van der Merwe has opened up about his rocky career path in Europe, where he went from injury-prone struggler at Montpellier to star performer and Scotland hopeful at Edinburgh. MARIETTE ADAMS reports.

Hurricanes hold off Highlanders

Kobus van Wyk was on the scoreboard again as the Hurricanes beat the Highlanders 17-11 in their Super Rugby Aotearoa showdown in Wellington on Sunday.

Highlights: Waratahs claim victory over Force

Highlights of the Waratahs’ 23-14 victory over the Western Force at the SCG on Saturday.

Bok switches to French third division

Springbok and former Lions centre Lionel Mapoe has signed a one-year contract with French club Nice, who will play in the newly formed National League this coming season.

Waratahs fightback spoils Force return

The Waratahs overturned a 14-point deficit to defeat the Western Force 23-14 in their Super Rugby AU match in Sydney on Saturday.