South African Rugby

The Heaviest Rugby Players Ever: From Cavubati to Skelton

Who is the heaviest rugby player ever? From Bill Cavubati's 165kg to modern giants like Will Skelton and Uini Atonio, here are the biggest men in the game.

When Does the Currie Cup Start in 2026? Dates & Fixtures

The 2026 Currie Cup starts on Friday 17 July 2026. Here are the opening-weekend fixtures, kick-off details and how the season unfolds.

Currie Cup 2026 Teams: All 8 Sides Competing

Who is playing in the 2026 Currie Cup? The full list of all eight teams competing, from the Bulls and Sharks to Griquas, the Pumas and Boland.

URC Teams 2025-26: All 16 Clubs by Country

Every team in the United Rugby Championship for 2025-26, listed by country: the four South African franchises plus the Irish, Welsh, Scottish and Italian sides.

Rugby Bonus Points Explained: How the System Works

Why does a losing team sometimes earn a point? Rugby bonus points explained: the 4-2-0 system, the try bonus and the losing bonus, and why they matter.

Fly-Half (No. 10) in Rugby: The Role Explained

The fly-half wears 10 and runs the show. Here is what a number 10 does in rugby, from playmaking and goal-kicking to controlling territory.

How the URC Works: Playoffs, Shields & Qualification

How does the United Rugby Championship work? A simple guide to the URC regular season, the top-eight playoffs, the regional shields and European qualification.

Loosehead vs Tighthead Prop: What's the Difference?

Both props wear similar jerseys but do very different jobs. Here is the difference between a loosehead (No. 1) and a tighthead (No. 3) prop in rugby.

What Does a Number 8 Do in Rugby? The Role Explained

The number 8 is rugby's link between forwards and backs. Here is what an eighthman does, where they pack down, and why the role is so important.

Rugby Positions Explained: All 15 Numbers & Roles

A clear guide to every rugby position, 1 to 15. Learn what each jersey number does, from props and locks to the fly-half, wings and fullback.