Seven Saffas to face Sharks

Saracens have included six South Africans and a Namibian in their starting XV to play the Sharks in London on Saturday, with another Saffa on the bench.

Rhodes off the hook

Western Province forward Michael Rhodes has escaped further sanctions after being cited for a dangerous tackle in the Currie Cup final last season.

Ellis Park not ready for Lions

The Lions have been forced to move their two Super Rugby warm-up matches against the Leopards on Friday to Barnard Stadium in Kempton Park.

‘Overseas stars hurting French rugby’

French coach Philippe Saint-André believes that the influx of foreign stars into the Top 14 is affecting their national side.

IRB trials rugby goggles

Rugby players who wear glasses will now be able to see clearly during games thanks to the introduction of rugby goggles.

Griquas sign two Lions

Hooker Martin Bezuidenhout and scrumhalf Tiaan Meyer will arrive in Kimberley later this week.

Fantasy Super Rugby: getting started

The Super Rugby season is heading your way, and this is your chance to get in on the action before the madness begins.

O’Connor to join Toulon

James O'Connor has signed a three-year deal with Toulon according to Midi Olympique.

More cash for French clubs

The Ligue Nationale de Rugby has announced a new five-year deal with Canal+ for exclusive French Top 14 TV rights, worth an average of €71-million per season.

Border bankrupt

The Border Rugby Football Union (BRFU) has run out of funds and has been unable to pay staff since October 2013.