Tributes flow for ex-Boland, Bulls flank

Russell Nelson has died at the age of 52, prompting tributes from both sides of the equator for the Cape Town-born player. In a statement, Ulster confirmed they were “deeply saddened” by the passing of the former Boland and Bulls loose forward, who joined the Irish...

Perpignan president: Faf’s not cheap

Perpignan president Francois Riviere has played down expectations that his club are favourites to land Springbok scrumhalf Faf de Klerk. The 34-year-old is nearing the end of his contract with Japan Rugby League One outfit the Yokohama Canon Eagles and has been linked...

Everitt axes Edinburgh assistants

Having retained his role as head coach, Sean Everitt has overhauled Edinburgh’s set-up. The Scottish club announced on Wednesday that assistant coaches Rob Chrystie and Michael Todd will depart at the end of the season. Edinburgh are currently 13th on the 16-team...

Peyper raises red flag over law trials

Former Test referees Jaco Peyper and Mathieu Raynal have spoken out against the Super Rugby Pacific law trials for 2026. The Sanzaar tournament has confirmed it will trial five law modifications this season, designed to reduce stoppages, encourage positive play and...

Blitzboks seek redemption in Perth

Captain Siviwe Soyizwapi says the Blitzboks aim to execute better at this weekend’s Perth Sevens. The eight teams contesting the SVNS series are at it again and for the Springbok Sevens team, the weekend cannot arrive any sooner. According to Siviwe Soyizwapi, who...

Strauss bullish over home-heavy finish

Vodacom Bulls president Willem Strauss believes the pieces are finally falling into place for Johan Ackermann’s men as they enter the decisive phase of their season. In a WhatsApp broadcast following a promising run of results, Strauss highlighted the significance of...