Rainbow Cup plans set to be scrapped

South Africa’s involvement in the planned intercontinental Rainbow Cup is set to implode due to a lack of necessary clearances just days away from the scheduled kick-off.

Leo questions Super Rugby expansion

Former Samoa international Dan Leo is convinced the Super Rugby expansion to include two Pacific Islands teams is aimed at benefiting New Zealand Rugby.

80% of Moana Pasifika squad ‘can’t play for the All Blacks’

Moana Pasifika have revealed some key details about their squad, including an eligibility rule that 80% of players should be available for selection to Pacific Islands teams only.

Saffas Abroad Team of the Week

SARugbymag.co.za picks a team of the South African players who fired in Europe, Japan and the USA this past weekend.

Bok prop backs Harlequins teammate for Lions tour

Springbok tighthead prop Wilco Louw says Harlequins teammate and England international Joe Marler should definitely be in contention for British & Irish Lions selection.

Watch: Saffas abroad rack up tries

Check out this compilation of videos featuring tries scored by South Africans playing in foreign leagues this past weekend.

Saffas Abroad: Faf hits form for Sale Sharks

Springbok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk played a starring role as the Sale Sharks narrowly beat Gloucester despite being reduced to 14 men in round 16 of the Premiership this past weekend.

Leyds’ purple patch continues

Wing Dillyn Leyds produced another storming performance in La Rochelle’s 38-23 win over Lyon in the French Top 14.

All Blacks hooker extends New Zealand contract

All Blacks and Hurricanes hooker Dane Coles has recommitted to New Zealand Rugby and his Super Rugby team, inking a deal through to 2023.

Cape Town to host three Lions matches, including first Test

The original schedule for the three-Test series between the Springboks and British & Irish Lions is set to change, with Cape Town now likely to host the first match and Johannesburg the last two.