South African Rugby

Rassie Erasmus Backs Eddie Jones World Rugby Attack

Rassie Erasmus has backed Eddie Jones after the Japan coach accused Irish rugby of leveraging World Rugby influence for favourable Test scheduling.

Bulls URC 2025: Ackermann Warns Against Italian Complacency

Johan Ackermann has issued a sharp warning to the Bulls ahead of their URC clashes with Zebre and Benetton — underestimate Italy at your peril.

Cobus Reinach Knee Injury: Springbok Faces Long Layoff

Cobus Reinach has confirmed a serious knee injury sustained in Cape Town, facing an extended layoff that deals a major blow to South African rugby.

Leicester Tigers Poach Stormers Coach for 2026-27

Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of a Stormers coaching staff member ahead of 2026-27 — another blow to SA rugby's coaching pipeline.

Junior Springboks Blitz Argentina at U20 Championship

The Junior Springboks have dismantled Los Pumitas with a dominant first-half display at the U20 Rugby Championship in Gqeberha. Read the full report.

Pumas Toyota Challenge 2025: Stonehouse Eyes Int'l Test

Jimmy Stonehouse is using the Toyota Challenge to measure his Pumas squad against international opposition. Can they deliver when it counts?

Ackers: Bulls tour a success but job not done

Bulls Target Sharks Backline Star in URC Transfer Raid

The Bulls have set their sights on a Sharks backline operator in their latest transfer raid. Here's what it means for both SA franchises this off-season.

Bulls URC Win: Pollard's 79th-Min Penalty Stuns Scarlets

Handré Pollard slotted a 79th-minute penalty as the Bulls claimed a dramatic 23-21 URC victory over the Scarlets in Llanelli. Full match report.

Lions URC 2025: Playoff Destiny Now in Their Hands

Six straight URC wins have handed Ivan van Rooyen's Lions full control of their playoff destiny — but Leinster and Munster await.

Stormers URC 2025: Dobson's Plan Destroys Glasgow

John Dobson's Stormers have crushed Glasgow Warriors 48-12 with ruthless tactical discipline. Here's why this URC performance signals genuine title intent.

Lions Extend URC Winning Streak to Six vs Connacht

Henco van Wyk's brace fires the Lions to a 33-21 win over Connacht at Ellis Park, stretching their URC winning streak to six straight victories.

Stormers Top URC Table After 48-12 Glasgow Rout

The Stormers have stormed to the top of the URC standings with a dominant 48-12 win over Glasgow Warriors. Here's what it means for the title race.

Sharks URC Playoff Exit: JP Pietersen's Honest Verdict

JP Pietersen calls Sharks' URC playoff failure 'hugely disappointing'. Here's his unfiltered assessment and what it means for the Durban franchise's future.

Paul Roos Stun Garsfontein at Wildeklawer 2025

Paul Roos Gimnasium has overturned a 15-point deficit to defeat Garsfontein at the Wildeklawer Tournament in Kimberley. Full schools rugby report.

Bulls XV Eye Third Straight Win vs Lions U23 Cup 2025

The Vodacom Bulls XV travel to Johannesburg targeting a hat-trick of SA Under-23 Cup wins against Lions, with Erasmus and Schubert returning to bolster their pack.

Kurt-Lee Arendse Return Boost Bulls vs Scarlets 2025

Johan Ackermann calls Kurt-Lee Arendse world-class as the winger returns for the Bulls' URC clash against Scarlets in Llanelli on Saturday.

Bulls Team Changes for Scarlets URC Round 16 2025

Johan Ackermann reshuffles Bulls pack and backline for Saturday's URC Round 16 clash against Scarlets. Wilco Louw starts at tighthead in Llanelli.

Feinberg-Mngomezulu 50 Caps: Stormers vs Glasgow 2025

Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu hits 50 Stormers caps as URC leaders host Glasgow Warriors on Saturday. All the stakes, form and context you need.

Lions vs Connacht URC 2025: Four Changes at Ellis Park

The Lions have made four changes for Saturday's URC clash against Connacht at Ellis Park. Get the full selection breakdown and match preview.

Ospreys Deny Cheating in Sharks URC Win 2025

The Ospreys have rejected accusations of engineering uncontested scrums against the Sharks. Here's what the Welsh region is saying and why it matters.

Cheetahs European Rugby Return: What It Means 2025

The Cheetahs are in talks over a return to European rugby's elite stage. Here's what it means for the Free State franchise and SA rugby in 2025.

Marcell Coetzee: Ackermann Backs Bulls Captain 2025

Johan Ackermann has publicly backed Marcell Coetzee as the Bulls' leader for the long haul. Here's why it matters with Scarlets next up in the URC.

Nigel Owens Backs Law Change That Could Hurt England

Nigel Owens has endorsed a law change that threatens England's bench strategy. Tom Curry and Henry Pollock's impact roles could face new restrictions.

Grant Williams Confirms Sharks Departure 2025

Springbok scrumhalf Grant Williams has confirmed he is leaving the Sharks at season's end, citing a desire for a new challenge. What it means for the franchise.

Super Rugby Pacific Shake-Up: What It Means for SA

Super Rugby Pacific faces another structural overhaul. Here's what a potential reset means for the Sharks, Bulls, Stormers and Lions in 2025.

Moana Pasifika to Disband Super Rugby Franchise

Moana Pasifika have confirmed they will disband their Super Rugby franchise. Here's what it means for the competition and SA teams.

Heaviest Rugby Players of All Time: Top 10 Ranked

The heaviest rugby player ever recorded tipped the scales at over 25 stone. We rank the 10 most colossal specimens in rugby history.

Marcell Coetzee: Every Bulls Game Precious Now

Marcell Coetzee issues a stark warning ahead of the Bulls' URC clash with Dragons. Every point counts as Pretoria's playoff hopes hang by a thread.

Mark Alexander Secures Third Term as SA Rugby President

Mark Alexander has been nominated unopposed for a third and final four-year term as SA Rugby president, confirming continuity at the top of South African rugby.

Siya Kolisi Returns for Sharks URC Tour 2026

Siya Kolisi is back in the Sharks squad for their URC tour. The Springbok captain's return is a major boost as the Sharks look to arrest a poor run.

South Africa A Return to Face Zimbabwe Sables

South Africa A end their competitive absence with a clash against Zimbabwe's Sables — a fixture with real weight for SA Rugby's depth pipeline.

Van Poortvliet Focused After Six Nations Disappointment

Leicester Tigers scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet reflects on England's Six Nations struggles and targets a strong Premiership run-in at Welford Road.

Jake White Stays at Selborne College After Standoff

Jake White will remain at Selborne College after resolving a tense standoff with school leadership. A major win for SA school rugby's player pipeline.

Sharks URC Playoff Hopes Crushed by Ospreys 2026

The Sharks' URC playoff campaign is effectively over after a 17-21 defeat to Ospreys in Swansea. Here's what it means for the Durban side.

Stormers and Sharks Stumble in URC 2026

Stormers fall 24-33 to Connacht at DHL Stadium while the Sharks lose 17-21 to Ospreys in Wales. Two bad results in one URC weekend.

Ethan Hooker Injury Blow for Sharks and Boks 2026

Ethan Hooker faces an extended injury layoff after a serious shoulder injury, dealing a major blow to the Sharks and Springbok backline depth.

JP Pietersen Questions URC Uncontested Scrums 2026

Sharks boss JP Pietersen has called out match officials over uncontested scrum management after the 21-17 URC loss to Ospreys in Swansea.

Blitzboks Win Hong Kong Sevens 2025 Final

The Blitzboks have ended their Hong Kong curse, beating Argentina in the final to claim a long-awaited title on the HSBC SVNS circuit. Full report.

Sharks Centre Set for URC Switch 2026

Another Sharks centre is heading to a URC club, deepening the Durban franchise's backline crisis ahead of a critical run-in. Full story here.

Bulls & Lions URC 2026: Nortje and Venter Lead Surge

The Bulls and Lions have delivered stunning URC victories with Ruan Nortje and Van Jaarveld Venter starring. Here's what it means for the Race to Eight.

Bok-laden DHL Stormers to face Connacht

DHL Stormers XXIII on home turf

Team Release: Ospreys vs. Hollywoodbets Sharks

All you need to know: DHL Stormers v Connacht

VODACOM BULLS XV BRACE FOR EMOTIONAL CAPE CLASH

LETHAL ATTACK V WELSH GRIT: VODACOM BULLS RETAIN CORE FOR DRAGONS

Embrose Papier Deserves Springbok Recall — Pollard

Handré Pollard says Embrose Papier is playing 'unbelievable' rugby and deserves a Springbok recall. The veteran flyhalf's verdict puts selectors on notice.

All Blacks R5.5 Billion Kit Deal: NZ Rugby's Big Fight

New Zealand Rugby is chasing a R5.5 billion All Blacks kit sponsorship deal. Here's why the outcome matters for the Springboks and all of rugby.

Nigel Owens Snubs Kolisi and McCaw in Captains List

Nigel Owens has named his five greatest captains — and Siya Kolisi and Richie McCaw are both missing. SA rugby wants answers.

Ruan Nortje Leaves Bulls for Japan 2025

Ruan Nortje confirms his Bulls exit as the one-club lock heads to Japan. What his departure means for the franchise's URC campaign.

Salmaan Moerat Confirms French Move From DHL Stormers

DHL Stormers lock Salmaan Moerat leaving Cape Town to join French club at season's end. Western Province product departs for Top 14.

Bulls Daisies Four-Peat: De Bruin Hails SA Benchmark

Springbok Women's coach Swys de Bruin lauds Bulls Daisies after fourth straight Super League 1 title as talent pipeline strengthens.

David Kriel Leaves Bulls for La Rochelle Move

Bulls utility back David Kriel joins French side La Rochelle after six seasons at Loftus. The 28-year-old departs as a two-time Currie Cup champion.