NZ boss: Action could restart in June

New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson says the revised 10-week domestic competition could start behind closed doors as early as June in a best-case scenario.

Fans excited by rugby restarting – Marinos

Vodacom Super Rugby fans in New Zealand and across the globe would be excited that rugby may, in the near future, be able to restart, says Sanzaar CEO Andy Marinos.

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.

Silver lining for return-to-play protocols

World Rugby has confirmed in its return-to-play guidelines that matches do not have to be played behind closed doors until a vaccine to the Covid-19 pandemic is freely available.

‘Beaumont re-election very disappointing’

The Money Man and Mark Keohane discuss Bill Beaumont’s re-election as World Rugby chairman and suggest an opportunity was missed to effect change within the governing body.

Rewind: Chavhanga blitzes Chiefs (2008)

Check out former Springbok and Stormers wing Tonderai Chavhanga showcasing his incredible turn of pace to beat four defenders before scoring against the Chiefs in Hamilton.

Watch: The Breakdown – New All Blacks captain

Take a look at Sam Cane’s reaction after being unveiled as the new captain of the All Blacks on a special episode of The Breakdown earlier this week.

English club snap up Bok fitness guru

The Springboks’ former head of athletic performance, Aled Walters, has officially joined English club the Leicester Tigers ahead of the 2020-21 season.

Marx among Saffas stranded in Qatar

Springbok and Lions hooker Malcolm Marx is among a full flight of South Africans whose repatriation flight from Doha was cancelled at the last minute.

Kings embroiled in more financial trouble

Kings players, coaches and staff are reportedly still awaiting their salaries for April – 10 days after payments were meant to go through.