Pollard: ‘Lovely’ Libbok works for Boks

Handre Pollard has praised Manie Libbok, who made way for the veteran Springbok flyhalf to play a key role in South Africa’s historic World Cup win in France.

Old Bok ‘outpacing’ new Bulls teammates

Willie le Roux is among a quartet of Springboks who, according to centre Stedman Gans, has lifted the level of training at the Vodacom Bulls ahead of the clash with Connacht.

Stormers send SOS to ex-Bull

The DHL Stormers have banked on a former Vodacom Bulls lock after up-and-comer Gary Porter suffered a long-term injury on tour.

Bulls fired up for ‘dogfight’ at Loftus

In-form fullback Devon Williams said the Vodacom Bulls can capitalise on homeground advantage against Connacht when the teams clash in Pretoria on Saturday.

Boks back to ‘sharpen up’ Sharks

Lukhanyo Am said the embattled Sharks are feeding off the energy of their World Cup-winning Springboks, despite news that Bongi Mbonambi has undergone surgery.

Lions’ Kriel poised for Zebre feast

The Lions will be utilising Richard Kriel’s inside knowledge of Zebre as they look for any advantage possible in the hunt for the Italian side on home turf on Saturday.

Jake: URC tours not super for SA teams

Jake White said that the four-week tours for SA teams to Europe in the Vodacom URC are putting us at a disadvantage compared to northern hemisphere rivals.

Saffas Abroad: Pollard gives Tigers roar

Handre Pollard played an influential role in helping Leicester Tigers claim a derby victory, while fellow Springbok flyhalf Rob du Preez continued his superb form for Sale.

Dobson delights in ‘magnificent’ fightback

John Dobson says there is “lots of room for optimism” with the way the Stormers nullified an experienced Munster side at Thomond Park.

Munster survive Stormers grudge match

Munster held onto a narrow lead in difficult conditions to hand the DHL Stormers a third successive defeat in Limerick on Saturday.