Assault case against Etzebeth fizzles out

The assault case against Eben Etzebeth has been dropped after it was found there was insufficient evidence to prosecute the Springbok lock.

Toulon move puts Kolbe among rugby’s richest

Springbok talisman Cheslin Kolbe recently completed a high-profile move from Toulouse to Top 14 rivals Toulon on a deal that makes him the fourth highest-paid rugby player on the planet.

Watch: Etzebeth, Marx go head to head

Eben Etzebeth and Malcolm Marx were both worse for wear after the Springbok forwards clashed heads attempting to tackle Richie Mo’unga during South Africa’s thrilling 31-29 victory against the All Blacks on Saturday.

Curious absence of RG Snyman amplifies Bok success

While the mysterious absence of RG Snyman has depowered the Bomb Squad, it has magnified South Africa’s achievements in 2021, writes ZELIM NEL.

Toulon boss says they beat SA team to Kolbe signature

Toulon president Bernard Lemaitre has spoken at length about the acquisition of Cheslin Kolbe, revealing that the Bok superstar had a choice between the French club or a South African team.

Bok Watch: Du Preez twins shine as Boks sweat over Duane

The Du Preez twins shone for Sale while Makazole Mapimpi marked his return from Japan with a fantastic performance for the Sharks on a weekend that was marred by Duane Vermeulen’s injury.

Etzebeth takes shot at predicting Lions opponents

Springbok Eben Etzebeth has revealed the lock pairing he expects to start for the British & Irish Lions in the three-Test series against South Africa.

Timely boost for Boks as PSDT, Pollard return

Pieter-Steph du Toit is set to return to action for the Stormers in the opening round of the Rainbow Cup, while Handre Pollard and RG Snyman are also said to be back in training with their respective clubs.

Bok trio feature in world’s highest-paid XV

Flyhalf Handre Pollard is said to be the biggest earner in world rugby at the moment and has, along with fellow Boks, Eben Etzebeth and Faf de Klerk, been included in the highest-paid XV.

Saffas Abroad: Etzebeth flourishes in new position

SARugbymag.co.za looks back at the South African players who featured for their respective clubs in the French Top 14 this past weekend.