Crusaders sink to new low

The hapless Crusaders were well beaten by the Blues in a clash between the teams on Saturday, suffering their fifth successive defeat of the Super Rugby season.

Eben: Sharks eye ‘free pass’ into Euro cup

Eben Etzebeth has emphasised the importance of the Sharks winning the EPCR Challenge Cup and securing safe passage back to the Champions Cup next season.

Simelane excited to fit into Stormers ‘puzzle’

Wandisile Simelane can’t wait to showcase his dynamism and hard work behind the scenes in his first start for the DHL Stormers against Edinburgh on Saturday.

Jake: Is Fiji really on par with Boks?

Jake White questions whether the standard of Tier 1 nations have regressed, or if emerging nations have progressed with the support of World Rugby to be more competitive.

Georgia challenge Wales to Test clash

Georgia have challenged Wales to a Test in Tbilisi later this year, just days after Warren Gatland’s charges finished bottom of the Six Nations.

Rees-Lightning meets with NFL giants

Louis Rees-Zammit has visited the Cleveland Browns and New York Jets after generating interest following his performance in Wednesday’s Pro Day.

Bath complete deal for Saffa lock

English Premiership outfit Bath have confirmed the signing of Jacques du Plessis following a successful rehabilitation period with the club.

Tricky Ricky links up with Euro club

Russian outfit Zastava have announced the acquisition of Ricardo Duarttee, casting more doubt on the sevens playmaker’s Blitzboks future.

WP revved up for Stormers reunion

SA-born Scotland international WP Nel is champing at the bit for a chance to face fellow veteran prop Brok Harris when the DHL Stormers and Edinburgh clash on Saturday.

Jean: SA-packed foreign teams just business

Jean de Villiers said that local fans should get used to more South African professionals playing for overseas-based clubs and representing other countries.