Racing 92

Scotland vs South Africa. South Africa's Siya Kolisi after the game Autumn Nations Series, BT Murrayfield, Edinburgh, Scotland - 13 Nov 2021

Racing pump brakes on Kolisi’s Bok career

If Siya Kolisi recovers from knee surgery in time for the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Racing 92 will reportedly block him from playing for the Boks beyond the tournament in France.

Gianni Lombard of the Lions celebrates with teammates after scoring a try during the European Rugby Challenge Cup 2022/23 match between Lions and Racing 92 at the Emirates Airline Park, Johannesburg on the 01 April 2023

Lions showcase Vodacom URC’s European charge

The Emirates Lions showed the ever-growing strength of the Vodacom United Rugby Championship by roaring to a EPCR Challenge Cup last-16 victory over Top 14 giants Racing 92 in Johannesburg.

Lions shock Racing, speed into quarters

An early red card did not deter the Lions as they sped past Racing 92 at Ellis Park to book a spot in the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals.

LIVE: Lions vs Racing 92

Follow the live action as the Lions host Racing 92 in a #ChallengeCupRugby clash at Ellis Park. #LIOvR92

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Steve Haag Sports/INPHO/Shutterstock/BackpagePix (13792433ad) Vodacom Bulls vs Emirates Lions . Emirates Lions' Edwill van der Merwe BKT United Rugby Championship, Loftus Versfeld, Pretoria, South Africa - 04 Mar 2023

Lions prepped for ‘anything’ from French giants

On guard against an unpredictable Racing 92 driven by Springbok back Warrick Gelant, the Lions will stick to their fast-running approach in Saturday’s Challenge Cup playoff in Johannesburg.

(13754140l) Cell C Sharks vs DHL Stormers. Manie Libbok of the DHL Stormers makes a break BKT United Rugby Championship, Hollywoodbets Kings Park, Durban - 04 Feb 2023

The DHL Stormers could be tempted into allowing Manie Libbok to move to France if the deal involves a player swap, while the Vodacom United Rugby Championship title holders are searching for a replacement for Steven Kitshoff.

Watch: Bok prop busts out the moves

Springbok prop Trevor Nyakane mixed up weight training with samba in the gym at Racing 92, showing no ill effects from an arm injury against Leinster on 21 January.

Racing92's South African full back Warrick Gelant (L) is challenged by Harlequins' English prop Joe Marler during the European Champions Cup first round day three Pool A rugby union match between Racing92 and Harlequins at the Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre on January 15, 2023. (Photo by Christophe ARCHAMBAULT / AFP)

Saffas Abroad: Gelant at full speed for Racing

Catch up on the weekend action involving SA players based overseas and on duty in the Champions Cup, as well as a look at how some Springboks fared across in Japan’s Division One.

Racing pay record fee for Siya

The Sharks reportedly received a R17-million transfer fee to release Springbok skipper Siya Kolisi to join Racing 92.

Dan the man to seal Racing deal for Siya

Siya Kolisi has revealed that Dan Carter was part of the reason why he joined Racing 92, where the “legend” Springbok captain’s arrival is eagerly awaited.