All Blacks, Crusaders lock in Barrett

New Zealand Rugby has been boosted by the news that Crusaders captain Scott Barrett has signed a new deal through to 2023.

Concern mounts about impact of lost season

Some doyens of the local schools rugby community are voicing growing concerns about the negative effects the cancelled 2020 season will have on players’ prospective careers.

Super Rugby Rewind: Cats vs Bulls (2001)

Look back at extended highlights from the final round of the 2001 season when a Rassie Erasmus-led Cats side hosted the Vodacom Bulls in front of 47,000 fans at Ellis Park, needing a bonus-point win to secure second place on the log and a home semi-final.

SA Rugby warns against illegal ticket purchases

Saru president Mark Alexander has cautioned South African rugby supporters against buying illegal tickets for the much-anticipated British & Irish Lions tour to South Africa in 2021.

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.

Mnisi seals Cheetahs switch

Kings captain Howard Mnisi has officially departed the franchise for a move to the Cheetahs.

Barrett breaks Blues fitness record

Beauden Barrett set a personal best time and franchise record during a fitness drill when the Blues resumed training on Monday.

Reds trio stood down over pay cut protest

Queensland Reds players Izack Rodda, Isaac Lucas and Harry Hockings have all been stood down after indicating their unwillingness to accept a pay reduction.

Rewind: Cheetahs shock Crusaders

Look back at highlights from one of the greatest upsets in Vodacom Super Rugby history when the Cheetahs claimed a famous win over eventual finalists the Crusaders, whose squad featured several future World Cup winners.

Powell goes beyond the call of duty

Neil Powell says he is using the unexpected downtime to teach the youngsters in the Blitzboks set-up about financial literacy and some essential life skills needed beyond their playing careers.