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Juandre Rudolph believes the Vodacom Bulls are edging closer to a turnaround, even as results continue to test their resolve. The loose forward says there were clear signs of progress in the 13-8 defeat to the Stormers in Cape Town, despite the frustration of another loss. “It’s never nice to lose and we’ll never be […]

The Lions know effort alone won’t be enough when they host Lyon in Saturday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash at Ellis Park. The Lions are fresh off their 23-22 smash-and-grab win over the Sharks in Durban and loose forward Siba Qoma has encouraged his teammates to convert good passages of play, into decisive moments on the

Ulster have provided an injury update on No 8 Juarno Augustus ahead of Sunday’s EPCR Challenge Cup clash against the Cheetahs in Amsterdam. The South African had first been diagnosed with what was described as a “significant ankle ligament injury”, but defence coach Willie Faloon says there is now cautious optimism around his recovery timeline.

Kevin Ferguson “The Money Man” and Gavin Rich go deep on a massive weekend of rugby as the Stormers face Harlequins and the Sharks hunt Sale. Is Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu the X-factor? Are the Sharks being underestimated? Bold predictions, sharp insights, and a few spicy takes you won’t hear anywhere else… The post The Money Man

Former Springbok centre Adrian Jacobs believes the Sharks will pose a greater attacking threat by getting Ethan Hooker more involved. Jacobs, who represented the Sharks from 2004 to 2011, says the team’s current approach has value, but feels there is untapped potential further out. “Look, I sometimes get a little frustrated with all the kicking

Sale Sharks director of rugby Alex Sanderson has questioned whether his side are respected by their Durban-based namesakes. This follows a post on X by Sharks owner Marco Masotti ahead of Saturday’s Investec Champions Cup clash in Manchester. “I hope the Sale fans show up to see the real @SharksRugby. Good luck to the Sale

Lions flank Ruan Venter has copped a lengthy suspension for a shoulder-to-the-head tackle on Sharks fullback Aphelele Fassi. The incident occurred in the 38th minute of the Vodacom URC match at Kings Park last Saturday. Venter received a yellow card, upgraded to a 20-minute red upon review. The 23-year-old has been banned for four Lions matches,

Percy Montgomery has warned the Springboks against complacency ahead of the historic Greatest Rivalry tour, insisting the All Blacks’ aura remains as dangerous as ever. New Zealand will tour South Africa later this year in a throwback to the game’s old-school traditions, with warm-up fixtures against local Vodacom URC sides followed by a four-Test series

A Stormers pivot has committed to the club until 2029 after a strong start to the new season. Jurie Matthee’s contract extension is another significant retention win for the Stormers as part of Project 2029, with the flyhalf repelling interest from clubs in South Africa and abroad to stay in Cape Town. His agent, Michael

The Investec Champions Cup returns this weekend with every pool log point crucial to qualify for the round of 16 and secure home advantage. With a rematch of last year’s final, rivalries and statement fixtures across the pools, round three promises a standout weekend of rugby. It begins on Friday night with two pivotal Pool