Barbarians

World XV's Sbu Nkosi scores a try during the Killik Cup match at Twickenham Stadium, London. Picture date: Sunday May 28, 2023. (

Watch: Sbu scores double, attempts crazy finish

Sbu Nkosi dotted down twice for the World XV in a thrilling Killik Cup match against the Barbarians, but had a potential hat-trick ruled out after an audacious dive in the corner.

TEDDINGTON, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Sbu Nkosi poses during a World XV squad portraits session at The Lensbury on May 23, 2023 in Teddington, England. The World XV will play against the Barbarians at Twickenham on Sunday 28 May.

Sbu in All-Star XV

Sbu Nkosi will get an opportunity to impress the Springbok coaching staff when he makes his first start since March in the match between the Barbarians and World XV on Sunday.

KOBE, JAPAN - JANUARY 08: Israel Folau of Shining Arcs Tokyo Bay Urayasu gives a thumbs up during the NTT Japan Rugby League One match between Kobelco Kobe Steelers and Shining Arcs Tokyo Bay Urayasu at Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium on January 08, 2022 in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan.

Hansen defends Folau call

Steve Hansen acknowledged the hurt he caused by selecting former Wallabies star Israel Folau in a World XV squad to play the Barbarians but said he had to pick the “best team”.

Baabaas get Wallabies boost

Australia stars Quade Cooper and Samu Kerevi have been selected by Eddie Jones to play for the Barbarians against a World XV at Twickenham next week.

Eddie throws Bok outcast a lifeline

One of SA rugby’s top speedsters and try-line predators is being lined up to play for the Barbarians in the clash with the World XV on 28 May.

Bok star to face World XV for Baabaas

One of SA rugby’s top backline exports is being lined up to play for the Barbarians in the much-anticipated clash with the World XV on 28 May.

Edwards’ famed Barbarians rugby shirt sells for record

The Barbarians jersey worn by Wales great Gareth Edwards when he scored what is widely acclaimed as rugby’s greatest try set a new world-record price at auction on Friday.

Barbarians' Gareth Edwards (c) passes to the wing. Pictured second from left in background is Phil Bennett. (Photo by S&G/PA Images via Getty Images)

Will this be rugby’s first R4 million jersey?

The Barbarians jersey worn by Wales great Gareth Edwards when he scored what is widely acclaimed as rugby’s greatest try has been tipped to set a new world-record price when sold at auction next month.