Watch: Pitchside with Rito Hlungwani
Rito Hlungwani gives some insight into the hard work that goes into preparing the DHL Stormers pack, including what he has learned from basketball, ahead of the resumption of the @Vodacom URC.
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Watch: Eddie announces ‘Care book deal’
Eddie Jones offered a witty retort when questioned about Danny Care’s allegations of a toxic environment in the England camp during his stint as coach.
State of the URC: Back with a bang!
The DHL Stormers and Sharks collide in the first local derby of the season, while the the Vodacom Bulls and Lions are overseas as the @Vodacom URC returns after the international break.
Kriel: Jerry keeps Bok defence train steaming
Jesse Kriel has hailed Jerry Flannery’s influence as the Springboks’ defence coach, describing him as a hard-working leader who has seamlessly integrated into the world champions’ system.
Du Toit crowned world’s best, Rassie snubbed
Pieter-Steph du Toit was named Player of the Year, while Rassie Erasmus was overlooked for the Coach of the Year at the World Rugby Awards in Monaco on Sunday.
Bone Collector: Hanekom the ‘complete package’
Willem Alberts has hailed Cameron Hanekom as a “complete” player after the loose forward made his long-awaited debut for the Springboks against Wales in Cardiff.
Sacha back to slay Sharks
Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu is set to make his return from injury for the DHL Stormers in the Vodacom URC coastal derby with the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.
Bulls chief boosts SA Rugby equity hopes
The proposed equity partnership between SA Rugby and the ASG has gained significant traction, with Vodacom Bulls boss Edgar Rathbone reportedly playing a pivotal role in addressing a critical sticking point.
Rassie: Boks a ’50-plus’ team
Rassie Erasmus hailed the Springboks’ strength in depth as the world champions wrapped up a stunning season by thrashing Wales in Cardiff.
Mallett walks after Bok coach snub
Nick Mallett resigned from the World Rugby’s awards panel after former Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber was snubbed for last year’s Coach of the Year award.
