URC ‘madness’ robs Cape Town

A top-of-the log Vodacom URC clash Vodacom URC clash between the Stormers and Glasgow has been undermined by baffling broadcast scheduling, writes @mark_keohane

Boks to benefit from Bulls’ big men

The Bulls’ forward power surge has come at the perfect time for the Springboks’ Test season, writes MARK KEOHANE.

These Stormers don’t do blowouts

The bookmakers have overcooked the Stormers’ chances against Connacht, even if the Lions may justify favouritism up north, writes @mark_keohane

Van Graan’s built a European force

Johann van Graan has instilled belief and steel at Bath, with the club now closing in on a return to European glory, writes @mark_keohane

Nienaber narrative misses mark

Jacques Nienaber’s role at Leinster is being shaped more by perception than performance, writes @mark_keohane

SA Rugby U23 Cup’s value already clear

It may not be perfectly named, but the U23 Cup has already proven to be one of SA Rugby’s smartest moves, writes SIMON BORCHARDT.

JP’s Sharks mirror his mindset

JP Pietersen’s growing impact as head coach is driving the Sharks’ resurgence, writes @mark_keohane

All Blacks brewing something special

The All Blacks new coaching ticket has raised the stakes for this year’s Greatest Rugby Rivalry tour, writes @mark_keohane

Hanekom return lifts Bulls

Cameron Hanekom’s comeback adds bite and belief to a Bulls side pushing back into Vodacom URC contention, writes @mark_keohane

Sharks’ revival at risk

The Sharks’ Vodacom URC campaign hangs in the balance after Highveld setbacks and demands an immediate response in Durban, writes @mark_keohane