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Mandatory Credit: Photo by Ryan Byrne/INPHO/Shutterstock (12521484b) Munster vs DHL Stormers. Munster's Dave Kilcoyne arrives at Thomond Park United Rugby Championship, Thomond Park, Limerick - 02 Oct 2021

Ireland prop ruled out of Six Nations

Dave Kilcoyne will miss the entire Six Nations after club Munster said the veteran Ireland prop would be out for “at least six months” after shoulder surgery.

YOKOHAMA, JAPAN - OCTOBER 27: Aled Walters of South Africa with Jacques Nienaber (Defence Coach) of South Africa and Felix Jones (defence consultant) of South Africa after the Rugby World Cup 2019 Semi Final match between South Africa and Wales at International Stadium Yokohama on October 27, 2019 in Yokohama, Japan.

Former Bok coach gets England role

Felix Jones has been confirmed as England’s new defence coach, after Steve Borthwick announced that Kevin Sinfield is to leave after their 2024 tour of Japan and New Zealand.

Scarra Ntubeni of the Stormers runs out first with his child to commemorate his 100th game for the Stormers before the 2023 United Rugby Championship game between the Stormers and Sharks at Cape Town Stadium on 30 December 2023 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

URC centurions mark milestones in style

It’s been a winning week to remember for DHL Stormers hooker Scarra Ntubeni and Dragons No 8 Aaron Wainwright, who became centurions in round 9 of the @Vodacom #URC.

Wandisile Simelane in action against Bordeaux

Swys: Simelane will cook at Stormers

Swys de Bruin believes Wandisile Simelane will be a great addition to the Stormers, but acknowledges the need for defensive improvement, particularly at centre.

RG Snyman, Ox Nche and Jean Kleyn after a URC clash

Nienaber: Boks playing for clubs abroad a win

Former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has spoken on the benefits of South African players plying their trade overseas, emphasising financial constraints as a key factor.

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - JULY 15: Cheslin Kolbe of South Africa makes a run during The Rugby Championship match between the New Zealand All Blacks and South Africa Springboks at Mt Smart Stadium on July 15, 2023 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Dave Rowland/Getty Images)

Bok star survives earthquake scare

Springbok winger Cheslin Kolbe and his family emerged unscathed from the recent 7.5-magnitude earthquake in Japan.

Banned Vunipola available for Six Nations opener

Mako Vunipola will still be available for England’s Six Nations opener against Italy despite receiving a four-match ban after being sent off in the Premiership.

JOHNNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - NOVEMBER 22: Players working during the Emirates Lions training session and mixed zone at Johannesburg Stadium in November 22, 2023 in Johannesburg, South Africa. (Photo by Sydney Seshibedi/Gallo Images)

Lions licking their lips for derby duel

Assistant coach Ricardo Loubscher hopes to reap the benefits of a festive break for what promises to be a mouth-watering clash between the Lions and Sharks on Saturday. @Vodacom #URC

Nienaber’s blitz defence unlocked

Ulster head coach Dan McFarland highlighted Billy Burns’ kicking in a victory in Dublin as an example of how to exploit Jacques Nienaber’s defensive strategy for Leinster. @Vodacom #URC.

Bulls rubber stamp Stormers player swap

Bulls chief Edgar Rathbone has confirmed an exchange deal that will see outside back Wandisile Simelane trade places with Cornel Smit at the Stormers. @Vodacom #URC