The hero behind Herschel Jantjies

After scoring three tries in his first two matches for the Springboks, we find out about the hero behind Herschel Jantjies and what inspires him.

Libbok back at No 10 for Bulls

The inclusion of Manie Libbok is the only change to the Vodacom Blue Bulls starting lineup for Saturday’s crunch match against Griquas at Loftus.

Sage: Blue Bulls still in title race

Centre Dylan Sage insists the Vodacom Blue Bulls have what it takes to win the 2019 Currie Cup despite a rocky start to their campaign.

Hansen defends Barrett over penalty

Steve Hansen says he will not punish Beauden Barrett over the All Blacks flyhalf’s gamesmanship in their draw with the Springboks last weekend.

Chiefs lure Kirsten from Bulls

Utility forward Jannes Kirsten has agreed to join English club Exeter Chiefs for the 2019-20 European season.

Springboks back at it in Auckland

The Springboks resumed their preparations in Auckland on Wednesday morning for their crunch match against Argentina next weekend.

Rugby Championship Play of the Week (Round 2)

The slick move and excellent interplay between the Wallabies’ backs in the lead-up to Reece Hodge’s try against Argentina takes the Play of the Week award for round two.

Rugby Championship Player of the Week (Round 2)

Handré Pollard’s 11-point contribution for the Springboks in their 16-16 Rugby Championship draw with the All Blacks earns him Player of the Week.

Rugby Championship Try of the Week (Round 2)

Herschel Jantjies once again achieved hero status by scoring a 79th-minute try which allowed the Springboks to draw with the All Blacks in Wellington.

All Blacks trim squad for Bledisloe Cup Tests

Tighthead prop Karl Tu’inukuafe is the biggest casualty as All Blacks coach Steve Hansen cut his squad from 39 to 34 for their Tests against the Wallabies.