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Hacjivah Dayimani returns to France with a renewed willingness to embrace rugby’s evolution as a modern hybrid player. The dynamic loose forward rejoined the Stormers in February after a near two-year stint with Racing 92 in Paris, where he experienced a different style of rugby and, at times, an unexpected positional shift. “It’s obviously good […]

The Stormers are weighing up a key selection decision ahead of their Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash against Toulon. LINDIZ VAN ZILLA reports. Forwards coach Rito Hlungwani hinted on Tuesday that Springbok scrumhalf Cobus Reinach could come into contention for Saturday’s showdown at the Stade Mayol. While the Stormers will only announce their match 23

A Pumas forward will join Franco Smith’s Glasgow Warriors after the 2026 Currie Cup. The Scottish club announced on Tuesday that Ruwald van der Merwe has signed a two-year deal, subject to visa. The 27-year-old loose forward is the first player to put pen to paper with the Warriors ahead of next season. Van der Merwe

From farm life to Test rugby, Springbok flank Pieter-Steph du Toit’s journey aligns seamlessly with Cape Union Mart’s outdoor DNA. There is something reassuring about a brand that knows exactly who it is and continues to evolve without losing that identity. That balance was on full display at the newly renovated Cape Union Mart Canal

Steven Kitshoff and Trevor Nyakane have offered a glimpse into how Rassie Erasmus studies the game – and why the Springboks remain a step ahead. The double World Cup-winning front rowers say Erasmus never simply “watches” rugby. Even in relaxed settings, the Bok boss is constantly analysing opponents. “It would be a deep dive for

Jacques Nienaber and Sean Everitt will go head-to-head when Leinster host Edinburgh in a high-stakes Investec Champions Cup last-16 clash on Sunday. Nienaber, the 2023 Springbok World Cup-winning coach, has made a significant impact since joining Leinster, particularly with their aggressive defensive system. Everitt, meanwhile, is looking to salvage Edinburgh’s season after their Vodacom URC

The Blitzboks will head to the Hong Kong Sevens with uncertainty over a number of key players who are carrying injuries. Having already secured the 2025-26 SVNS series title, South Africa now shift focus to the World Championship, which begins in Hong Kong from 17-19 April. The Blitzboks have never won in Hong Kong, which marks

Everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s Investec Champions Cup round of 16. Holders Bordeaux Bègles and the Glasgow Warriors were the best performers in the pool stage and seek more dominance in the round of 16. Six-time winners Toulouse, four-time champions Leinster, and three-time victors Saracens and Toulon are all still involved,

The NWU Eagles produced a stunning comeback to knock defending champions UCT out of the tournament and book their own place in the semi-finals. NWU looked out of contention when trailing 39-20 at half-time in Potchefstroom on Monday night. However, a remarkable second-half fightback saw the Eagles storm to a dramatic late 56-53 victory to

These world-class players could go come up against each other in the Investec Champions Cup round of 16 this weekend. Ignacio Brex vs Damian Willemse Toulon will be hoping for some Stade Mayol magic for Stormers’ visit. If starting, two men who will be sure to bring their A-games are Ignacio Brex and Damian Willemse.