State of the URC: Lions, Bulls set for Ellis Park epic
South Africa’s push for Vodacom URC playoff berths resumes this week following the conclusion of the European cup pool stages.
Ospreys do Bulls, Sharks a favour
Third-placed Cardiff were held to a 13-13 draw by the Ospreys in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship on Wednesday.
Bok duo’s return to ease Sharks’ injury pain
Centre Andre Esterhuizen has been ruled out for four to six weeks with a knee injury, but the Sharks are set to welcome back two fit-again Springboks.
State of the URC: Stormers smiling after festive revival
The DHL Stormers have put themselves right back into contention for the Vodacom United Rugby Championship playoffs, while the other three South African sides are also well positioned.
Plum: Boks in danger of missing World Cup
Sharks coach John Plumtree says some of the Boks may not make it to the 2027 World Cup due to the “12-month rugby season”.
Kolisi bolsters Sharks for Cape clash
Captain Siya Kolisi is one of three Sharks forwards passed fit for Saturday’s Vodacom URC match in Cape Town.
Watch: ‘It’s bulls**t!’ – Hansen blasts URC officials
Winger Mack Hansen didn’t hold back in his criticism of the referee and TMO after Connacht’s 20-12 defeat to Leinster in Dublin on Saturday.
Plumtree praises experienced Ox
Sharks coach John Plumtree hailed the calming influence of Springbok prop Ox Nche after his team’s gutsy victory against the Vodacom Bulls at Kings Park on Saturday.
SA Rugby boss: Stop moaning about travel
SA Rugby CEO Rian Oberholzer says South African teams playing in European competitions must stop criticising the challenging schedule.
New Bulls loosie combo excites Jake
Vodacom Bulls coach Jake White says Cameron Hanekom could play a similar role to Ireland’s Josh van der Flier in Saturday’s Vodacom URC match against the Sharks at Kings Park.
