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Patching holes won't fix the Sharks — and O'Connor is just another patch
De Villiers, Shimange, and Burger argue the O'Connor rumour exposes a deeper Sharks problem — a decade of cycling through quality tens who all end up playing the same passive, pocket-sitting game points to a broken attacking structure, not a personnel shortage.
Woodward: RFU's drawn-out review has kneecapped Borthwick's Bok prep
Woodward argues the RFU's drawn-out review left Borthwick distracted at the worst possible time, and that England's chances in Johannesburg have been needlessly compromised — even if he believes the talent is there to beat the Boks.
Bok legends want no part of a kicking shootout to settle the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series
Three Bok legends have voiced their discomfort at the idea of a kicking competition deciding the Rugby's Greatest Rivalry series if it ends level at 2-2 — the full piece details their preferred alternatives.
The Beast blueprint: How Everitt engineered Mchunu's Bok prop conversion
Everitt explains how his work with Mtawarira directly informed his decision to convert Mchunu from loose forward to prop — a blueprint worth understanding for anyone tracking how South Africa keeps finding tighthead solutions.
Three next-gen Boks pushing for a place in Rassie's summer plans
SA Rugby Mag profiles three emerging players Rassie is reportedly tracking as potential next-wave Boks, set against the backdrop of South Africa's formidable squad depth.
De Villiers: If it ends 2-2, the All Blacks deserve to win the series
De Villiers argues that if the Greatest Rivalry series ends 2-2, New Zealand should be awarded the win given South Africa's three-game home advantage — a view his co-hosts didn't share. The tiebreaker format remains unconfirmed, with SA Rugby still weighing options, and all three former Boks united in hoping it doesn't come down to a kicking competition.
Kolisi bids honest farewell as Sharks miss top eight
Siya Kolisi faces his second-to-last Sharks match against Benetton on Saturday, with his move to the Stormers confirmed as the franchise's URC top-eight hopes are extinguished following a 28-33 defeat to Edinburgh.
Springbok lock depth tested as Kleyn joins growing injury list
Jean Kleyn's biceps injury adds to a mounting Springbok lock injury crisis that already includes RG Snyman (ACL), Eben Etzebeth (hip) and Salmaan Moerat (toe) as the international window approaches.
Woodward backs England to bounce back against the Boks
Woodward is critical of the RFU's Six Nations review but still backs England to trouble the Boks — the piece unpacks that contradiction ahead of the series.
The Lekker Rugby Pod: Has the URC Forged a Genuine SA-Ireland Rivalry?
Pat McCarry argues the URC has given the SA-Ireland rugby rivalry genuine club-level roots, with MVA predicting a Bulls-Stormers final at Loftus and McCarry warning the Lions and Connacht are the teams no one wants to face in the playoffs.
Mchunu embracing Stormers move as front-row journey continues
Ntuthuko Mchunu, who captained Maritzburg College at No.8 in 2018, has spoken about his conversion to prop, crediting Sean Everitt with convincing him to make the switch. Now with the Stormers after moving from the Sharks in March 2025, the 27-year-old has three Test caps and is focused on helping the Cape Town side win silverware before pushing for further Bok recognition.
Junior Boks primed for winner-takes-all U20 Championship finale against New Zealand
Assistant coach Melusi Mthethwa says Saturday's U20 Rugby Championship decider against New Zealand is the biggest test the Junior Springboks could face.
Moodie closing in on Bulls return ahead of Zebre clash
Canan Moodie is a hopeful starter for the Bulls against Zebre Parma this Saturday after returning to full training from a hamstring injury, with assistant coach Neil de Bruin confirming a final decision will come later this week.
Jan Serfontein retires at 33 after injury-disrupted return to Bulls
Jan Serfontein has retired at 33 after an MCL injury ended his comeback season at the Bulls, drawing the curtain on a career that included 35 Springbok caps, a 2015 World Cup bronze medal, and eight years at Montpellier.
Jan Serfontein retires after injury-interrupted final season at Bulls
Jan Serfontein has retired from professional rugby at 33, his Bulls career ended prematurely by a shoulder injury and subsequent MCL damage. The former Springbok centre, who spent eight seasons at Montpellier before returning to Loftus this season, earned 35 Test caps and was World Junior Player of the Year in 2012.
Jan Serfontein retires after injury-plagued return to Bulls
Jan Serfontein has retired at 33 after a 15-year career encompassing 35 Springbok caps, over 140 appearances for Montpellier and Top 14 and Challenge Cup titles, with a knee injury on his return to the Bulls cutting short his final season.
Serfontein calls time on 15-year career after injury-hit Bulls return
Jan Serfontein has retired at 33 after 15 years in professional rugby, his return to the Bulls in 2025 cut short by an MCL injury. The former World Junior Player of the Year earned 35 Springbok caps and won the Top 14 with Montpellier in 2022.
RFU backs Borthwick through to 2027 World Cup ahead of Springbok test
The RFU has backed Steve Borthwick to lead England to the 2027 Rugby World Cup following a post-season review of their fifth-place Six Nations finish, with England's Nations Championship programme beginning against South Africa in Johannesburg.
Moodie edges closer to Bulls return ahead of Zebre clash at Loftus
Canan Moodie is in contention to return for the Bulls against Zebre Parma at Loftus this weekend after coming through Tuesday's training session following his hamstring injury, with attack coach Neil de Bruin confirming a final call will be made closer to the match.
Kitshoff names his pick for next Bok captain — but there's a catch
Kitshoff backs Ruan Nortje as the next Bok captain but acknowledges the looming Japan move complicates the case — and admits there's no clear successor if Kolisi goes down before 2027.