Under-fire Sexton to do ‘talking on the pitch’

Johnny Sexton has shrugged off criticism from former France head coach Philippe Saint-Andre, who said Ireland would be better off without the veteran flyhalf.

Jones: No regrets over Smith substitution

England coach Eddie Jones has defended his substitution strategy after coming in for heavy criticism for the changes he made during the opening Six Nations loss to Scotland.

Former Bok prop: Don’t let rugby get too soft

Former Springbok prop Julian Redelinghuys says that rugby should be wary of sacrificing its physical attributes in pursuit of player safety.

Powell boosts Sharks’ prep for Bulls clash

Blitzboks head coach Neil Powell has linked up with the Sharks for a brief spell ahead of the crucial Vodacom United Rugby Championship clash with the Vodacom Bulls on Saturday.

Sexton wary of French magicians

Johnny Sexton says France present a unique challenge to other Six Nations opponents because they match good systems with tricky individual players.

Dyantyi: I’m only getting started

Former Springbok and Lions wing Aphiwe Dyantyi has vowed to make his way back to the field in a positive update on his current situation.

Watch: Bizarre end to Top 14 match

A strange incident took place in the closing stages of the French Top 14 match between Biarritz and La Rochelle, where there were two balls on the field and both teams thought they had won.

Watch: Wiese goes on the rampage!

Jasper Wiese’s strength and temperament was showcased in the English Premiership on Saturday when he beat five defenders during Leicester Tigers’ win against Worcester Warriors.

Watch: ‘Warrior attitude’ powers Bok maul

Coaches Jacques Nienaber and Deon Davids sat down to discuss the “warrior attitude” that is key to the success of the Springbok maul.

Woodward hammers Jones, England RFU

England’s World Cup-winning coach Clive Woodward has claimed that Eddie Jones is getting an easy ride from the RFU as nobody is brave enough to question his decisions or tactics.