Ackermann eyes England qualification
Ruan Ackermann on the run

Ackermann eyes England qualification

Johan Ackermann says his son Ruan is set to stay with Gloucester to keep his options open about the possibility of representing England at Test level in the future. (more…)

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Sharks ‘relieved, happy’ to keep stars
Am And Mapimpi

Sharks ‘relieved, happy’ to keep stars

Sharks CEO Eduard Coetzee says the retention of star players such as Lukhanyo Am and Makazole Mapimpi is testament to the culture being created at the Durban franchise, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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Faf: New energy around No 9 jersey
Herschel Jantjies with Faf de Klerk

Faf: New energy around No 9 jersey

World Cup-winning Springbok star Faf de Klerk believes the strength in depth that has developed at scrumhalf is a great sign for healthy competition going forward, writes CRAIG LEWIS. (more…)

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World Rugby adjusts try law
Pierre Schoeman lifts the padding in a Pro14 match

World Rugby adjusts try law

World Rugby has announced that it will no longer be possible to score a try by grounding the ball against the post protector. (more…)

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Live rugby to return mid-June
Crusaders flyhalf Richie Mo'unga

Live rugby to return mid-June

New Zealand Rugby has confirmed the domestic form of Vodacom Super Rugby will kick off on 13 June following the announcement that the country will move to Covid-19 alert level two on Thursday. (more…)

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Steyn eyes Lions series
Frans Steyn celebrates

Steyn eyes Lions series

Frans Steyn has highlighted the difference in his awareness and appreciation of the Boks’ 2007 and 2019 World Cup wins, and his hopes of facing the 2021 Lions next year. (more…)

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