Ex-All Blacks ‘dumbfounded’ by NZ Rugby stance
Jeff Wilson and Mils Muliaina have slammed NZ Rugby’s refusal to fast-track the return of Japan-based stars into the national set-up.
O’Keeffe ‘still proud’ of RWC quarter-final
New Zealand referee Ben O’Keeffe says he remains proud of his performance in the 2023 World Cup quarter-final between France and the Springboks despite the fierce backlash.
Lions defend Nienaber amid ‘ugly things’
Lions scrum coach Julian Redelinghuys says “it’s terrible to see” the criticism Jacques Nienaber has received in Ireland.
Bulls wary of wounded Munster
Marcell Coetzee insists the Vodacom Bulls will not underestimate injury-hit Munster ahead of Saturday’s URC quarter-final at Loftus.
Cardiff refuse to fear Stormers’ cauldron
Flank Dan Thomas says Cardiff will run out at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday to face the Stormers with “no excuses” and no fear.
Marcell: Bulls already in knockout mode
Marcell Coetzee believes the Vodacom Bulls’ pressure-filled URC campaign has prepared them perfectly for the playoffs.
Neetas: Stormers expect Cardiff scrum revenge mission
Neethling Fouché says the Stormers are taking nothing for granted ahead of Saturday’s Vodacom URC quarter-final against Cardiff.
Straeuli feels vindicated by backing Cash
Rudolph Straeuli believes the Lions are reaping the rewards of standing by coach Ivan van Rooyen during one of the toughest periods in the franchise’s recent history.
Barrett ruled out of SA tour
The All Blacks will have to take on the Springboks without one of their key players later this year.
Saracens sign Stormers tighthead
Saracens have bolstered their front-row stocks by picking up a Stormers tighthead prop ahead of next season.
