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Springbok prop Ntlabakanye handed 18-month ban for doping violation
Springbok prop Asenathi Ntlabakanye has been handed an 18-month ban by SAIDS for an anti-doping rule violation, ruling him out immediately and sidelining him from all rugby until November 2027.
Henry joins Rennie's selection panel as All Blacks build toward four-test Springbok series
Dave Rennie has appointed Graham Henry as an All Blacks selector, with the 2011 World Cup-winning coach joining a three-man panel alongside Rennie and Neil Barnes as New Zealand prepare for a four-test Rugby Championship series against the Springboks.
Henry joins All Blacks selection panel as Rennie builds for Springbok tour
Dave Rennie has added Graham Henry to the All Blacks selection panel ahead of a home test series and an eight-match South Africa tour, while confirming Richie Mo'unga is unlikely to be available for the Springbok tests due to his failure to commit to a new NZR contract.
Morgan leads key returns as Wales name 48-man squad for Nations Championship campaign including Bok Test
Steve Tandy has named a 48-man Wales squad for their Nations Championship campaign, with Jac Morgan, Max Llewellyn and Teddy Williams returning from injury ahead of Tests against Fiji, Argentina and South Africa, while Tomas Francis is rested with the 2027 World Cup in mind.
Fourie knee scan clouds Stormers career outlook after Henderson red-card incident
Deon Fourie faces a knee scan and potential career uncertainty after being injured by a croc roll from Ulster's Ian Henderson, who was ultimately red-carded, during the Stormers' URC match. Stormers defence coach Norman Laker confirmed the scan and called for consequences, while also flagging a near-identical incident involving Evan Roos in the same game.
Wales name 48-man Nations Championship squad with six uncapped players, Rassie's Boks among summer opponents
Steve Tandy names a 48-man Wales squad for the Nations Championship, featuring six uncapped players including England U20 back-rower Kane James, with the Springboks among their summer opponents.
Lochner re-signs with Harlequins for 2026/27 PWR season
Springbok Women's lock Danelle Lochner has re-signed with Harlequins for the 2026/27 PWR season, continuing her stint at the English club where she has made 26 appearances since joining in 2023.
Hooker targeting All Blacks opener after shoulder surgery, July Tests ruled out
Ethan Hooker is targeting the opening All Blacks Test in The Greatest Rivalry series after shoulder surgery, with the 23-year-old ruled out of all July Tests against England, Scotland and Wales.
Bulls land seven signings including Bosch and Abrahams ahead of 2026/27 season
The Bulls have signed seven players for next season, including Springbok fly-half Curwin Bosch from CA Brive on a three-year deal and Thaakir Abrahams from Munster on two years, with Luan Giliomee, Hakeem Kunene, Dylan Maart, Sango Xamlashe and Mawande Mdanda also coming aboard as the club undertakes a major squad overhaul.
Zenay Jordaan appointed Bulls Daisies head coach on four-year deal
Zenay Jordaan, who spent two seasons as assistant and co-head coach with the Bulls Daisies, has been appointed head coach of the franchise on a deal running to 2029.
Zenay Jordaan appointed Bulls Daisies head coach on four-year deal
Zenay Jordaan, a 36-cap Springbok Women stalwart and one of only two South African women's coaches with a World Rugby Level Three qualification, has been appointed Bulls Daisies head coach on a deal running to 2029.
Zenay Jordaan appointed Bulls Daisies head coach on deal until 2029
Zenay Jordaan, former Springbok Women stalwart and World Rugby Level Three-qualified coach, has been appointed Bulls Daisies head coach on a deal running until 2029, stepping up after two seasons as assistant and co-head coach within the franchise.
Lions lose Ruan Venter to knee injury ahead of must-win Munster clash
Ruan Venter has returned to South Africa for knee scans after leaving the Lions' 7-31 defeat to Leinster in the fourth minute, ruling him out of Saturday's winner-takes-all URC clash against Munster.
Serfontein opens up on mental and physical battle that led to retirement
Jan Serfontein has opened up on the daily mental and physical toll that forced his retirement, describing the internal turmoil of walking away despite two years left on his Bulls contract.
Pietersen hails Siyaya's flyhalf audition as Sharks thrash Benetton 46-7
JP Pietersen has confirmed Zekhethelo Siyaya's shift to flyhalf was a deliberate succession move, praising the 18-year-old's performance in the Sharks' 46-7 win over Benetton, while Makazole Mapimpi recovered from a concussion and debutant Litelihle Bester scored on his URC debut.
Junior Boks claim U20 Rugby Championship title after thrilling 29-29 draw with New Zealand
South Africa's Junior Springboks claimed the U20 Rugby Championship title after drawing 29-29 with New Zealand in Gqeberha, finishing the tournament unbeaten on 13 points. Coach Kevin Foote praised the side's resilience and growth while identifying breakdown efficiency as an area for improvement.
Julius hat-trick and Esterhuizen masterclass power Sharks to 46-7 demolition of Benetton
Jurenzo Julius scored a hat-trick and Andre Esterhuizen delivered another commanding display as the Sharks beat Benetton 46-7 at Kings Park, with the scrum and lineout providing the platform for a comprehensive URC victory.
NZR holds firm on Mo'unga eligibility ahead of Springboks series
NZR CEO Steve Lancaster confirms the governing body will not relax its overseas player policy for Richie Mo'unga, ruling him out of the All Blacks' tour to South Africa. New coach Dave Rennie wants Mo'unga available but Lancaster says the tension between coach and administrator is healthy, with the policy protecting the domestic competition.
Jurenzo Julius hat-trick and Esterhuizen masterclass power Sharks to 46-7 demolition of Benetton
Jurenzo Julius's hat-trick and a ninth-rated display from captain Andre Esterhuizen drove the Sharks to a 46-7 win over Benetton at Kings Park, with the scrum and lineout providing a dominant platform throughout.
Julius hat-trick and Van der Merwe brace power Sharks to 46-7 demolition of Benetton
The Sharks crushed Benetton 46-7 at Kings Park in Round 17 of the URC, with Jurenzo Julius scoring a hat-trick and Edwill van der Merwe adding a brace. Benetton finished the first half with 13 men after Jacob Umaga received a 20-minute red card for a dangerous tackle that forced Makazole Mapimpi off the field.