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Connacht pay tribute to Stormers team manager Chippie Solomon
Connacht scrum and contact coach Cullie Tucker has expressed the province's condolences following the death of Stormers team manager Chippie Solomon. The tribute reflects the wide regard Solomon held across the international rugby community.
Connacht Pay Tribute to Stormers Team Manager Chippie Solomon
Stormers team manager Chippie Solomon has passed away, with Connacht among those paying tribute. Scrum and contact coach Cullie Tucker shared the province's condolences on behalf of Connacht. Further details are awaited.
Moodie shifts to left wing as injury-hit Bulls reshuffle back three for Dragons clash
Canan Moodie starts on the left wing as the Bulls reorganise their back three due to injuries ahead of Friday's URC match against the Dragons in Newport.
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Siyaya set for Sharks debut against Ospreys
Teenage fullback Zekhethelo Siyaya is in line for his Sharks debut against the Ospreys in Swansea on Saturday. The 18-year-old gets his first senior appearance away from home.
Van Zyl lands permanent Cardiff head coach role
South African Corniel van Zyl has signed a long-term contract to become Cardiff's permanent head coach. The appointment confirms his transition from an interim role to a full-time position with the Welsh region.
Gesi free to play despite gouging ban
Simone Gesi is free to play for Zebre this weekend in the URC despite a two-week ban for gouging handed down in March. The basis on which the suspension has been served in time for this round was not detailed in available source material.
Hong Kong Sevens marks 50th edition as SVNS World Championship gets underway
The landmark 50th edition of the Hong Kong Sevens has commenced at Kai Tak Stadium, with 24 nations contesting the HSBC SVNS World Championship.
Lions welcome back two Springboks for Glasgow URC clash at Ellis Park
The Lions have two Springboks back in the fold ahead of Saturday's URC home match against Glasgow at Ellis Park. Further details on the returning players have yet to be confirmed.
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Davids: Blitzboks determined to end Hong Kong hoodoo
Zain Davids has declared the Blitzboks are determined to end their winless run at the Hong Kong leg of the HSBC SVNS Series this weekend.
Selborne College headmaster considers legal action following Jake White's explosive letter
Selborne College headmaster Andrew Dewar is considering legal action after Jake White wrote a letter described as explosive. The dispute's specifics have not yet been disclosed publicly.
Ntubeni to make farewell Stormers appearance against Connacht
Scarra Ntubeni is set to make his final appearance for the Stormers against Connacht at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, bringing his long career at the franchise to a close.
Davids arrives at HSBC SVNS Hong Kong for 58th tournament with title still to claim
Zain Davids arrives in Hong Kong for his 58th HSBC SVNS tournament still seeking a first title at the venue across six appearances. The Blitzboks face Uruguay, Spain and Argentina in Pool A, with Davids returning refreshed after planned rest periods during the Vancouver and New York legs of the Series.
SA 'A' team returns to face Zimbabwe in Gqeberha double-header on 20 June
The SA 'A' team returns to action for the first time since 2022, facing Zimbabwe in a 12h00 curtain-raiser ahead of the Springboks' clash with the Barbarians at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 20 June. Erasmus will use the match to assess fringe Springbok candidates, while Zimbabwe — Rugby World Cup qualifiers for the first time since 1991 — see it as vital 2027 preparation. The SA 'A' coach is yet to be announced.
SA 'A' returns to action against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha double-header on 20 June
The SA 'A' team returns to action for the first time since 2022, facing Zimbabwe in a curtain-raiser to the Springboks' clash with the Barbarians in Gqeberha on 20 June. Erasmus intends to use the fixture to assess fringe squad members and wider prospects, while the Sables — back at a Rugby World Cup for the first time since 1991 — will treat it as key World Cup preparation. Kick-off times are 12h00 and 15h00 respectively at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
SA 'A' returns to action against Zimbabwe in Gqeberha double-header on 20 June
SA 'A' return from a near four-year absence to face Zimbabwe in a World Cup preparation fixture at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 20 June, kicking off at 12h00 ahead of the Springboks' 15h00 clash with the Barbarians. Erasmus will use the match to assess fringe players, while the Sables — making their first Rugby World Cup since 1991 next year — treat it as a key development opportunity.
Pretorius signs new Lions deal, set for return against Glasgow
JC Pretorius has signed a new deal with the Lions and is in line to return from a long-term knee injury against Glasgow Warriors at Ellis Park on Saturday. Assistant coach Ricardo Loubscher confirmed the former Blitzbok flanker has been match-ready for several weeks. Morne van den Berg and Asenathi Ntlabakanye have also been cleared for the URC clash against the log leaders.
Jake White and Derek Page quit Selborne College amid headmaster interference claims
Jake White and director of rugby Derek Page have both walked away from Selborne College, with White submitting a formal complaint to the school's Foundation Trust accusing headmaster Andrew Dewar of interfering with rugby operations and blocking key appointments. Page, who has not received a response to his own earlier letter, says their hands were tied from the outset on coaching appointments, fixtures, and recruitment. Selborne's first side has struggled on the field, with heavy losses to Rondebosch, Pearson, and Framesby this season.
Jake White and Derek Page quit Selborne College amid headmaster standoff
Jake White and director of rugby Derek Page have both quit Selborne College after clashing with headmaster Andrew Dewar, who they accuse of blocking coach appointments, restricting fixtures, and refusing to implement a bursary system. White has written to the Selborne College Foundation Trust outlining his frustrations, while Page says a similar letter sent weeks earlier has gone unanswered. The school's first side has since suffered heavy defeats to Rondebosch Boys' High and Pearson, and currently has no director of rugby in place.