Coetzee’s selection quandary
The loss of Rynhardt Elstadt has affected the balance of the Stormers pack ahead of their match against the Lions at Ellis Park. BRENTON CHELIN reports.
The loss of Rynhardt Elstadt has affected the balance of the Stormers pack ahead of their match against the Lions at Ellis Park. BRENTON CHELIN reports.
Andries Ferreira has signed a two-year contract with the Golden Lions Rugby Union.
Owen Franks will miss the Crusaders' match against the Chiefs on Saturday after receiving a two-week ban for punching.
Stormers flank Rynhardt Elstadt has been ruled out for at least four months after suffering a broken leg and further damage to his ankle against the Blues on Saturday.
Former Test referee Jonathan Kaplan says the Hurricanes should've been penalised for cleaning beyond the ball in their victory over the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus.
Hayden Triggs has been suspended for one week for punching Duane Vermeulen at Newlands.
The Sharks overcame horrendous conditions and an improved second-half showing from the Lions to claim a 29-12 win in Durban, writes BRENTON CHELIN.
The Stormers eventually prevailed 27-16 against a depleted but plucky Blues outfit at Newlands, reports JON CARDINELLI.
The Reds put a difficult week behind them with an 18-6 win against the Force in Brisbane, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.
The Crusaders rebounded from their opening day defeat with a hard-fought 26-20 victory over the Highlanders in Dunedin on Saturday, writes BRENTON CHELIN.