Lions coach John Mitchell has denied any talks between the union and Saru to include Frans Steyn into their squad ahead of the Rugby World Cup.
Ahead of Saturday’s clash against the Stormers, Bulls captain Victor Matfield says the pressure is on both teams to qualify for the Super Rugby play
Harsh decisions by SA officials may have contributed to their 23-17 loss to the Bulls, yet the Waratahs still left with their pride intact.
Springbok coach Peter de Villiers says the recent wins by the Cheetahs and Stormers will give the Boks the edge they need going in to the World Cup.
Super Rugby’s defending champions Bulls obliterated the Melbourne Rebels on Saturday night, with a 47-10 victory at Loftus Versfeld.
Bulls captain Victor Matfield believes his side need to make only a few minor adjustments to get back to winning ways.
Fed-up Lions coach John Mitchell urged his team’s billionaire investors to take action if they plan to put an end to the losing culture at the union.
Receiving a Springbok contract should not be seen as a guaranteed place in the World Cup squad, Bok coach Peter de Villiers said on Wednesday.
Joining the Lions from Bath is part of Butch James’s plan to impress the Bok selectors ahead of the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand later this year.
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Sharks coach John Plumtree said the 54 000 spectators at the Absa stadium played a huge part in his team securing a 30-10 victory.
Vodacom Blue Bulls coach Frans Ludeke wasted no time in including all his returning Springboks for Saturday’s crucial Absa Currie Cup clash with Griquas in Kimberley.