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Ronald Brown has credited Blitzboks teammates Dewald Human and Tristan Leyds for keeping him composed on the field. The dynamic playmaker scored 31 points during last weekend’s Vancouver Sevens tournament in Canada, where the Blitzboks powered to the title and moved level with Fiji at the top of the series standings heading into the final […]

Stormers prop Neethling Fouché believes it will take only a few small fixes and renewed confidence for the Cape side to turn their fortunes around. Going into Saturday’s north-south derby against the Vodacom Bulls, the Stormers are on a three-match losing streak – all of them against South African opposition – that has seen them

Springbok legend Victor Matfield believes England need to rediscover a sense of brotherhood if they are to break out of their current slump. Steve Borthwick’s side suffered a third straight defeat when going down 23-18 to Italy in Rome on Saturday – England’s first-ever Test loss to the Azzurri in 33 meetings. The result has

Beauden Barrett says he is relieved the focus can return to rugby with the appointment of Dave Rennie, after a turbulent period for the All Blacks. Rennie edged out Highlanders boss Jamie Joseph for the position, and has already given an indication of what his immediate priorities will be. Players were consulted during the review

Fresh footage has surfaced online offering greater clarity on the heated exchange between Antoine Dupont and Ben White during the dramatic Six Nations Championship clash at Murrayfield. The France captain initially drew criticism after appearing to snub White’s handshake following his side’s stunning 50-40 defeat to Scotland, a result that ended France’s hopes of completing

The Sale Sharks have confirmed the signing of a powerful South African tighthead prop on a two-year deal from the 2026-27 season. Cebo Dlamini began his professional career with the Bulls, making three Currie Cup appearances before joining Griquas in 2023. The 24-year-old has since played 34 Currie Cup matches for Griquas and captained the side

Wilco Louw is focused on finishing his Vodacom Bulls chapter with a bang. The powerhouse tighthead is set to rejoin the Stormers in July after three seasons in Pretoria, adding extra spice to Saturday’s Vodacom URC north-south derby at Loftus Versfeld. But Louw insists there will be no divided loyalties. He will be wearing a

England coach Steve Borthwick has made just one change for their Six Nations meeting with defending champions France in Paris on Saturday. Ollie Chessum comes in at blindside flanker as England seek to avoid their worst-ever finish. Borthwick has remained loyal to the overhauled backline that misfired in the 23-18 defeat by Italy in Rome,

Batho Hlekani tells the story behind his classic reaction to seeing himself on the big screen during a Junior Boks match. Everyone remembers Batho Hlekani’s first introduction to the world But no one knows he was concussed and the bright lights at DHL Stadium played a big part #SSRugby | #JuniorBoks pic.twitter.com/08mKdW8YdY — SuperSport Rugby

Marco van Staden says it will “mean a lot” to make his 100th appearance for the Vodacom Bulls at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday. The Springbok forward has taken a long road to reach the landmark, climbing through the ranks of club and varsity rugby before eventually establishing himself at professional level. These days he is