Kepu hails Moana Pasifika’s ‘surreal’ Super Rugby debut 

Moana Pasifika marked their long-awaited debut in Super Rugby with an “historic” performance against the 10-time champions Crusaders in Dunedin.

Davies demands more from wobbly Wales

Jonathan Davies had told his Wales teammates they must work as hard without the ball as they do when it is in their hands if they are to revive their flagging Six Nations campaign.

Wilkinson kicks off self-help podcast

From goal-kicking machine to self-help guru, England legend Jonny Wilkinson has launched a wellness podcast.

Blues boss happy for fit-again Beauden to call the shots

Beauden Barrett is set to make his long-awaited return for the Blues on Saturday, but his leadership and input off the field has proved invaluable for the Auckland side.

O’Connell: Keep calm and beat England

Ireland must “stay calm” against England at Twickenham if they are to maintain their 2022 Six Nations title hopes, says forwards coach Paul O’Connell.

Pietersen: Nohamba wants to own No 9 jersey

Assistant coach JP Pietersen supports a “motivated” Sanele Nohamba to reclaim his status as the Sharks’ starting scrumhalf.

Bok assistant coaches lend EP a helping hand

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber will be impressed with his assistants Mzwandile Stick and Deon Davids helping out at their former stomping ground, Eastern Province.

Lions boss licking his lips for Cheetahs clash

Lions coach Mziwakhe Nkosi is positive that his side can turn their fortunes around in the Currie Cup and upset the Free State Cheetahs on Saturday.

Ireland lose scrum monster for rest of Six Nations

Ireland suffered a blow to their Six Nations title hopes on Thursday as prop Andrew Porter was ruled out of their final two matches due to an ankle injury.

Dancing Savea backs US revamp to attract new rugby fans

Rugby is still too clichéd off the pitch, says New Zealand’s Ardie Savea, adding that it could attract new audiences by adopting a more American marketing and social media approach.