James Small: A hero remembered

Late Bok great James Small has left a legacy that will never be forgotten, writes CLINTON VAN DER BERG.

World Rugby rejects Jones’ bold call

England coach Eddie Jones has been blocked from using all 31 squad members in their World Cup warm-up against Italy on Friday.

Hooker quits Cheetahs to join Pro14 rivals

Hooker Jacques du Toit has confirmed his move from the Cheetahs to join the Kings for the upcoming Pro14 season.

Wallabies veteran confirms impending retirement

Wallabies prop Sekope Keou has announced that he will retire from Test rugby following the World Cup in Japan later this year.

Mapoe stars in losing cause

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the past weekend’s French Top 14 matches involving South African players.

The weekend on social media

The SA Rugby magazine team rounds up what the rugby community shared on social media this past weekend.

Several surprises in Wales’ RWC squad

Coach Warren Gatland has opted for an 18-13 forwards-to-backs split in Wales’ World Cup squad to travel to Japan.

Paper Talk: Etzebeth reported to NPA, Kwagga to sit out warm-up

A round up of what some of South Africa’s leading Sunday papers are saying, including an update on Eben Etzebeth’s controversial night out in Langebaan.

Brits to provide surprise positional cover

Bok coach Rassie Erasmus is considering utilising hooker Schalk Brits as an option at No 8 if the need to rest other loose-forwards arises during the pool stage at the World Cup.

Schmidt frets over Ireland RWC selections

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has described finalising his World Cup squad as the worst couple of days of his career.