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Ardie Savea’s All Blacks future is under serious threat unless sweeping changes are made to the national setup. According to The New Zealand Herald, pressure is mounting on NZ Rugby following a scathing internal review of the All Blacks environment, with senior players understood to be deeply unhappy with the coaching, culture and overall direction […]

Steven Kitshoff believes there are encouraging signs that the Sharks’ new identity under coach JP Pietersen is starting to take shape. This despite the results not quite yet reflecting it. The former Stormers and Springbok prop was speaking after the Durban-based side’s 26-10 defeat to the Sale Sharks in the Investec Champions Cup – a

Bath have reportedly won the race to secure the services of one of the Du Preez brothers for next season. According to RugbyPass, the English Premiership title-holders have been successful in their pursuit of Dan du Preez, beating off strong interest from the Sharks. The Durban-side had identified Du Preez as a marquee replacement for Siya

A former Western Province and Stormers midfielder will call Toulon his new rugby home from next season. The French Top 14 heavyweights confirmed on Tuesday that Scotland international Huw Jones has agreed to a two-year deal, bringing an end to his long association with the Glasgow Warriors. Jones, who turned 32 in December, has been

From Currie Cup winner to EPCR Challenge Cup battler, the Lions environment is pushing Eddie Davids to new levels. The loosehead prop has hit the ground running at Ellis Park following a loan move from Currie Cup champions Griquas. Davids has made his mark on the Pride, making six appearances across competitions and featuring in

Finn Russell is relishing a familiar battle as Bath prepare to host Edinburgh in a decisive Investec Champions Cup clash on Friday night. The Scottish subplot adds extra spice to the Pool Two showdown at the Recreation Ground, with top spot and potential home advantage all the way to the semi-finals, on the line. For

Bristol Bears hat-trick hero Noah Heward was named in the Investec Champions Cup Team of the Week after the third round. The team was selected based on data from Oval Insights. Heward starred in the Bears’ 61-49 win against the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus. Bristol hooker Gabriel Oghre was also included. Harlequins, who hammered the

The Lions are alive in Europe, but coach Ivan van Rooyen knows the real examination begins now on a challenging tour. Fresh off their 42-33 EPCR Challenge Cup win over Lyon at Ellis Park, the Joburg-based side heads north for a demanding two-match tour that will test both squad depth and adaptability. First up is

A World Cup-winning Springbok lock will join Gloucester ahead of the 2026-27 season. The English Premiership club has signed Jean Kleyn, who’s made 160 appearances for Munster over the past 10 seasons. A powerful and uncompromising presence in the engine room, Kleyn brings a wealth of experience at the highest level of the game, representing

It’s all to play for in the Investec Champions Cup as the pool stage reaches its climax with jeopardy in every game. The Glasgow Warriors, Sale Sharks, Leinster, Harlequins, Bordeaux Bègles, Bristol Bears and Northampton Saints are already assured of qualification. However, with the likes of six-time winners Toulouse, three-time champions Saracens, Englishs Premiership champions