Nel dreaming of Springbok honours

Western Province centre Ruhan Nel’s Springbok ambitions played a big role in his decision to convert from sevens to fifteens on a permanent basis. DYLAN JACK reports.

Dobson: Augustus a physical beast

Western Province coach John Dobson says this season could be the making of No 8 Juarno Augustus, who will start their Currie Cup opener against the Free State Cheetahs. DYAN JACK reports.

Double injury blow for Blitzboks

Blitzboks duo Philip Snyman and Ruhan Nel have been ruled out of the Hamilton Sevens tournament this weekend due to injury. Captain Snyman sustained a hamstring injury on day three of the Sydney Sevens, while Nel suffered a knee injury. Both players have returned to South Africa to start with rehabilitation immediately. Kyle Brown has been appointed interim captain in… Read more →

Watch: Seven best tries from Cape Town Sevens

Ruhan Nel’s try for the Blitzboks against France, when he handed off two defenders, features in this selection.