Devin Hermanus

Bok flyer pens new French deal

La Rochelle have made swift work locking down a versatile Springbok speedster in the Top 14 club’s backline corps for the foreseeable future.

Lions duo Willem Alberts and Jannie du Plessis against the Sharks

Lions recall ‘Bone Collector’

The Lions have called upon veteran powerhouse Willem Alberts in one of three changes to the starting lineup for the clash against Ulster at the Kingspan Stadium on Friday night.

(12521484ax) Munster vs DHL Stormers. Munster's Jean Kleyn after scoring his side's second try of the game with Craig Casey United Rugby Championship, Thomond Park, Limerick - 02 Oct 2021

Jean predicts another Stormers defeat

Jean de Villiers says it will be “really difficult” to see a victory for the struggling DHL Stormers against Munster in Limerick on Saturday night.

epa10946241 South Africa captain Siya Kolisi lifts the Webb Ellis trophy after the team won the Rugby World Cup 2023 final between New Zealand and South Africa in Saint-Denis, France, 28 October 2023. EPA/YOAN VALAT

Five Boks in World Cup XV

A World Cup-winning Springbok quintet have been recognised among the standout performers at France 2023.

CARDIFF, WALES - NOVEMBER 10: Akker van der Merwe of Bulls is tackled by Efan Daniel of Cardiff during the United Rugby Championship match between Cardiff Rugby and Vodacom Bulls at Cardiff Arms Park on November 10, 2023 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Ben Evans/Gallo Images)

Duhan warns big brother Akker

Edinburgh winger Duhan van der Merwe can’t wait for Friday’s clash against the Vodacom Bulls, and the prospect of facing his older sibling Akker in the heat of battle.

Australia's rugby team assistant coach Stephen Larkham (C) attends the captain's run training session at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on June 8, 2018, ahead of the rugby match between Australia and Ireland on June 9. (Photo by Patrick HAMILTON / AFP) / -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE -- - -- IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE --

Larkham coy about Wallabies job

Stephen Larkham is open to coaching the Wallabies but clarified that he hasn’t had talks with Rugby Australia regarding the vacancy left by Eddie Jones.

Taniela Tupou, Michael Hooper and Quade Cooper at a launch event of the Wallabies 2023 World Cup jersey Photo: Saeed Khan/AFP

Wallabies stalwart switches to sevens

Former Australia captain Michael Hooper has confirmed a switch to sevens from the 15-man format, with playing at the 2024 Paris Olympics a huge “carrot” in his decision.

BKT United Rugby Championship Final, DHL Stadium, Cape Town, South Africa 27/5/2023 DHL Stormers vs Munster A view of a scrum Mandatory Credit ©INPHO/Laszlo Geczo

Devastated Stormers put Munster on the menu

Driven by the agony of last season’s Vodacom URC Grand Final defeat at their fortress in Cape Town, the DHL Stormers are determined to hunt down Munster in Saturday’s rematch in Limerick.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Duane Vermueulen of the Springboks tackles Quade Cooper of the Wallabies during the Rugby Championship match between the Australian Wallabies and the South African Springboks at Patersons Stadium on September 8, 2012 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Watch: Duane’s dogged Bok debut

Legendary No 8 Duane Vermeulen made his first Springbok appearance against Australia in 2012, before winning two World Cups and multiple accolades over a 76-Test career.

Bulls wary of ‘big’ Duhan threat

Utility back David Kriel said the Vodacom Bulls will pay ‘special attention’ to Edinburgh winger Duhan van der Merwe when the teams clash on Friday night.