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Coetzee Still Delivering at 34 as Bulls Fight to Hold URC Play-Off Spot
Marcell Coetzee is in career-best form at 34, and the Bulls need every bit of it as they cling to the final URC play-off spot with three games to go.
The Springbok Calendar Is the Franchise System's Biggest Enemy
The Lions' success highlights a structural trap: the more Springboks a franchise develops, the fewer of them it can actually field. The piece maps the cycle of availability, salary trade-offs, and depth gains — and why it still caps franchise ambition.
Siba Mahashe is drawing Kolisi comparisons — and backing them up on the field
Lions flanker Siba Mahashe is drawing Siya Kolisi comparisons after a standout start to his URC career — four tries in seven games, elite tackle stats, and a leadership pedigree that stretches back to SA Schools.
Gibbes finds silver lining after squad disruptions as Lions grind out extra-time win
Gibbes praises his squad's resolve after a disrupted week, with fringe players stepping up to seal a dramatic extra-time win for the Lions.
Connacht's win over the Stormers shakes up URC play-off race as top three all fall
The URC's top three all lost without a point this weekend, including a Stormers home defeat to Connacht — reshaping the play-off race heading into the final stretch.
JP Pietersen hits back as Luke Morgan defends tackle that dislocated Hooker's shoulder
Luke Morgan insists his tackle on Ethan Hooker was clean. JP Pietersen disagrees — loudly.
Genia backs Kerevi-Suaalii axis as Australia's best weapon against the Boks
Will Genia is calling for Samu Kerevi's recall to partner Joseph Suaalii in a midfield combination he believes can match Springbok muscle at the 2027 World Cup.
Genia's World Cup blueprint: Kerevi-Suaalii midfield to match Bok muscle
Will Genia argues that recalling Samu Kerevi alongside Joseph Suaalii gives the Wallabies their best chance of matching Springbok physicality at the 2027 World Cup.
Genia backs Kerevi–Suaalii axis as Australia's best weapon against the Boks
Will Genia argues a Kerevi–Suaalii midfield combination is the clearest path for the Wallabies to close the physical gap on the Springboks before the 2027 World Cup.
Donald sees Chiefs and Hurricanes as blueprint for Rennie's All Blacks
Stephen Donald argues that the Chiefs and Hurricanes have already shown what a Dave Rennie-coached All Blacks side will look like — useful intel for Springbok fans ahead of Rugby Championship clashes.
How the Chiefs and Hurricanes Are Shaping Rennie's All Blacks Blueprint
Stephen Donald says the Chiefs and Hurricanes have already shown what Dave Rennie's All Blacks will look like — a useful heads-up for Springbok fans ahead of Rugby Championship.
Am credits overseas selection policy as key to Springbok dominance
Lukhanyo Am argues that selecting overseas-based players has been central to the Springboks' sustained success — a pointed take from someone with skin in the game.
Brown: Hong Kong win a platform, not a peak
Ronald Brown warns the Blitzboks against reading too much into ending their Hong Kong hoodoo, framing the win as motivation to push harder rather than a reason to ease off.
Stormers and Sharks Both Stumble as URC Crunch Time Arrives
The Stormers' late capitulation against Connacht and the Sharks' loss at Ospreys are framed as warning signs about South African franchise depth, while the URC's tightening play-off race sets up several must-watch fixtures over the coming rounds.
SA franchises under the microscope as URC climax looms and Sharks hit rock bottom
The Stormers' late collapse and the Sharks' elimination from URC contention dominate Planet Rugby's weekly hot-and-not column, with Moana Pasifika's Super Rugby exit adding to a grim weekend for rugby's finances.
Dobson admits Willemse wing experiment has run its course ahead of crunch Glasgow clash
Dobson concedes the Willemse-at-wing experiment must end, but with Senatla still out, Hartzenberg's fitness is the key variable as the Stormers prepare for a must-win clash against Glasgow.
Lions demolish Glasgow to make URC history; Stormers capitulate in final quarter against Connacht
The Lions' historic demolition of Glasgow is celebrated, but the sharper read is Keohane's dissection of how the Stormers threw away a 10-point lead in the final quarter against Connacht — and what it means for their season.
Lions rewrite the script against Glasgow while Stormers' late-game fragility costs them again
The Lions are the URC's form team after burying Glasgow 54-12, while the Stormers' individual errors handed Connacht a comeback win in Cape Town — raising questions ahead of a crucial home clash with the league leaders.
Pollard Backs Papier to Let His Rugby Do the Talking
Pollard says Papier's only job is to keep playing the way he is — but the scrumhalf queue is longer than ever. The piece breaks down what's at stake.
Dragons' Euro buzz a double-edged sword ahead of Bulls visit
Tiatia is warning the Dragons against letting their Challenge Cup momentum become a distraction ahead of a Bulls side that's won all four previous meetings and needs the league points.