Cheika ‘in the hunt’ for Wallabies job

Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh has left the door open for Michael Cheika to return as head coach of the Wallabies.

Nienaber drills Leinster to ‘defend like Boks’

Leinster flanker Josh van der Flier has hailed the impact of Jacques Nienaber at the Irish outfit, highlighting the former Springbok coach’s detail-oriented approach.

Wallabies skipper ‘hurt’ by ex-boss Eddie

Injured Australia captain Allan Alaalatoa has opened up about the emotional blow he suffered upon learning that former head coach Eddie Jones had signed with Japan.

Plumtree rues Sharks’ set-piece woes

Head coach John Plumtree said the Sharks paid the price for a lack of execution at lineout and scrum time in a nail-biting loss to the Cheetahs on Sunday.

Leinster to splash R10m on Snyman

Irish giants Leinster have reportedly tabled a multimillion-rand offer to sign double World Cup winner RG Snyman.

Stormers star in doubt for derby

Head coach John Dobson is sweating over the availability of a key player for the clash between the DHL Stormers and Vodacom Bulls in Cape Town on Saturday.

Cheetahs silence critics with ‘incredible’ win

Assistant coach Izak van der Westhuizen and flanker Friedle Olivier were delighted with the Cheetahs’ bonus-point victory against the Springbok-powered Sharks on Sunday.

State of the URC: SA rivals reload for derby duel

After a weekend of thrilling European cup action, the Stormers and Bulls renew hostilities when the URC resumes this week. @Vodacom #URC

Wallabies great puts retirement on hold

Australia playmaker Matt Giteau has reversed his decision to hang up his boots, opting to join the San Diego Legion for the 2024 Major League Rugby (MLR) season.

Focused Lions ‘excited’ about future

Ivan van Rooyen and Marius Louw praised the mental state and growth of the Lions after they took a big step towards the Challenge Cup playoffs with a huge win on Saturday.