Superb Scotland upset Ireland

Scotland withstood an Ireland attacking onslaught to claim a well deserved 27-22 win at Murrayfield on Saturday. SIMON BORCHARDT reports.

Border make Kings sweat

The Southern Kings scored four tries to beat the Border Bulldogs 28-10 in a pre-season friendly in East London on Saturday.

Joost in critical condition

Joost van der Westhuizen has been rushed to hospital and is in a critical condition, according to his J9 Foundation.

Waratahs whack Brumbies

The Waratahs scored nine tries to beat the Brumbies 53-17 in a 90-minute pre-season match in Mudgee on Saturday.

Sharks hammer Cheetahs

The Sharks scored five converted tries to beat the Cheetahs 35-7 in a pre-season friendly in Umlazi on Friday night.

Coetzee coaching saga drags on

SA Rugby will not comment on the Springbok coaching review process until all the contractual negotiations have been completed.

Blitzboks prioritise mental strength

Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell says the key to success at this weekend's Sydney Sevens will be in his side's mental approach to the tournament.

Cronjé leads Lions in friendly

Ross Cronjé will captain the Lions in their pre-season friendly against the SupaBaabaas at Wits on Saturday.

Daly wings it for England

England have made five changes to their starting XV for Saturday's Six Nations opener against France at Twickenham.

Serin at scrumhalf for France

Baptiste Serin will wear the No 9 jersey for France against England at Twickenham on Saturday.