Mallett: SA Rugby must chop 10 provinces

Nick Mallett believes South African rugby would be in a stronger position if Ireland’s example was followed and the number of professional regional teams was slashed from 14 to four.

Fourie leads strengthened Stormers

Deon Fourie will captain the DHL Stormers in their Vodacom United Rugby Championship derby against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday.

Dobbo’s Diary: Thrilling SA derby awaits

Despite the absence of several Springboks, John Dobson is looking forward to what he expects will be an enthralling derby between the DHL Stormers and Sharks at Kings Park.

Sharks without Bok props for coastal derby

The Sharks will be without Springbok prop duo Ox Nche and Thomas du Toit when they host the DHL Stormers in a Vodacom United Rugby Championship derby on Saturday afternoon.

RECAP: Sharks vs Stormers

Follow the live action as the Sharks host the Stormers in a Vodacom URC clash at Kings Park.

Six Nations to showcase URC stars

A host of standout performers in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship will lock horns when Wales host Ireland for a mouth-watering Six Nations opener on Saturday.

Bok-less Sharks put faith in the ’50’

Coach Neil Powell is confident the Sharks have the squad depth to cope without their Springboks for a seven-week spell that begins with Saturday’s coastal derby.

Fired-up Fassi tackles Bok recall task

Fullback Aphelele Fassi is looking to show the Springbok coaches his improved defensive skills when the Sharks and DHL Stormers clash in Durban on Saturday.

Jubilant Jake, Bulls live to fight every day

Vodacom Bulls director of rugby Jake White is on the comeback trail from a near-death experience that opened his eyes and reignited his rugby fire.

Stormers ‘looking good’ to show off Manie

Flyhalf Manie Libbok is set to return for the DHL Stormers against the Sharks in Durban on Saturday after recovering from concussion.