Watch: Nienaber blamed for Ireland loss

Watch: Nienaber blamed for Ireland loss

Former Ireland players claim Leinster and Ireland’s attacks have regressed since defence guru Jacques Nienaber’s arrival at Leinster. They were speaking after Ireland’s 36-14 loss to France in Paris that saw Andy Farrell’s side drop to fifth in the World Rugby...

England speedster inspired by Cheslin

Henry Arundell says studying Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe has reshaped how he sees his own game. The England speedster underlined his attacking threat with a hat-trick against Wales at Twickenham, scoring three tries inside the opening 35 minutes of England’s...

Snyman: Perth win massive for Blitzboks

Coach Philip Snyman praised the Blitzboks for their effort and belief as they claimed the Perth Sevens title on Sunday. The 21-19 win over Fiji in the final at HBF Park was a convincing rebound after last weekend’s fourth place in Singapore and kept the Blitzboks’...
Watch: Red card for Bok, penalty for Englishman

Watch: Red card for Bok, penalty for Englishman

Bok No 8 Jasper Wiese saw red for a headbutt against Italy last year, yet England prop Ellis Genge escaped with only a penalty for a similar incident on Saturday. The latter occurred in the 13th minute of the Six Nations clash at Twickenham, when Wales flank Alex Mann...

JP’s assistant gets USA gig

One of Sharks coach JP Pietersen’s key lieutenants has been appointed to the USA Eagles’ coaching team. According to Rapport, Sharks attack coach Dave Williams has been given permission by the Sharks to take on a consulting role that will run through to the 2027 World...
Blitzboks face Fiji in Perth Sevens final

Blitzboks face Fiji in Perth Sevens final

The Blitzboks produced a superb display to beat hosts Australia in their Perth Sevens semi-final on Sunday. Philip Snyman’s men scored four tries to win 28-12 after leading 14-5 at half-time. It was sweet revenge for the Blitzboks, who were beaten by Australia in...

SA waits anxiously on Champions Cup talks

South African rugby is watching closely as discussions gather pace over the future shape of the Investec Champions Cup. While SA’s Vodacom URC teams remain contractually committed to Europe’s elite club competitions until 2030, the long-term structure of the Champions...

Two prominent backs set to depart Loftus

The Vodacom Bulls could lose two star backs to overseas clubs at the end of the season. According to Rapport, a significant shift is looming at Loftus Versfeld, with Johan Ackermann’s Bulls squad set to undergo notable changes in the coming months. At the centre of...

SA wants rugby to remain rugby

The SA Rugby delegation at World Rugby’s Shape of the Game meeting in London on 24 February is set to raise several important issues. Springbok assistant coach Felix Jones, CEO Rian Oberholzer and general manager of high performance Dave Wessels will represent SA...