World Rugby Under 20 Championship Wrap
South Africa had their championship hopes dashed with a one point (32-31) defeat to England, while the hosts, France, upset New Zealand winning 16-7.... Read more
Celebrating Mtawarira’s magical Springbok milestone
Tendai Mtawarira will play his 100th Test for the Springboks. The story I wrote for Independent Media’s weekend newspapers, in association with ASICS (SA)... Read more
Leinster confirm Tomane signing from Montpellier
Joe Tomane has joined Leinster from Montpellier ahead of the 2018-19 season.
Rants and Raves: Internationals
In this week’s column for Independent Media’s IOL I’m saluting Springbok Faf De Klerk following his man of the match performance on Saturday but equally bemoaning England for... Read more
Brilliant Brits back in the Bok mix
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has shown his willingness to do the unconventional in enticing Schalk Brits to put his retirement off for one more... Read more
Rassie to rightfully continue backing young Boks against England
Following Saturday’s thrilling 42-39 victory over England, Rassie Erasmus has emphasised the need for his youthful Boks to continue to get test match experience in... Read more
Retired Brits gets shock Springboks call-up
Schalk Brits retired from rugby last month, but that has not stopped Rassie Erasmus adding him to the South Africa squad.
Gatland confident ‘world-class’ Edwards will stay for World Cup
Shaun Edwards is reportedly a man in demand, but Warren Gatland hopes he will stay with Wales for next year's Rugby World Cup.
England must persevere with Jones’ plan, insists Carter
New Zealand legend Dan Carter believes England must stick with Eddie Jones' vision as the 2019 World Cup comes into focus.
Tu’ungafasi never intended to hurt Grosso
Ofa Tu'ungafasi is adamant there was no malice in his tackle on Remy Grosso during New Zealand's clash with France.
Blitzboks remain sevens champions with English win
The Blitzboks retained their Sevens World Series crown with a 24-14 victory over England in the final of the Paris Sevens. South Africa took... Read more
Scotland too strong for Canada in Edmonton
Scotland outclassed Canada in their Test match as George Turner crossed for a hat-trick.
Wales breeze past below-par Pumas
Argentina could not recover from a dismal start against Wales, who followed up their win over South Africa with another Test victory.
I’m proud of the guys – Erasmus delighted with South Africa’s spirit
After falling 24-3 down in the first half, the Springboks rallied to beat England in a thrilling series opener in Johannesburg.
We need to fix that discipline, admits England coach Jones
England coach Eddie Jones pinpointed a lopsided penalty count as the reason to his side's Test defeat against South Africa.
Sensational Springboks fight back for sensational win against England
The Springboks fought back from 24-3 down after 15 minutes to beat England 42-39 in a sensational Test at Ellis Park. Duane Vermeulen was... Read more
