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SuperSport retains exclusive SA Rugby domestic broadcast rights in renewed Canal+ deal
SA Rugby and Canal+ have renewed their multi-year domestic broadcast agreement, with SuperSport retaining exclusive rights across sub-Saharan Africa for all SARU domestic competitions and Springbok Women's and junior age-group matches, extending a partnership that dates to the 1990s.
Kriel reaches 50 Lions appearances as side target first Dublin win against Leinster
Richard Kriel reaches 50 Lions appearances when the side face Leinster in Dublin on Saturday, with a win set to cement their playoff place and top-four ambitions on the back of six straight victories.
Kriel reaches 50 Lions appearances as Joburg side chase history in Dublin
Richard Kriel makes his 50th Lions appearance as the in-form Joburg side, on a six-match winning run, travel to Dublin seeking a first-ever win over Leinster and a URC playoff berth.
Norton: NZ clash no dead rubber as Junior Boks chase clean sweep
Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton insists Saturday's U20 Rugby Championship finale against New Zealand is no dead rubber, with breakdown improvement the key focus as the log-leading Baby Boks chase a clean sweep at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium.
Venter returns to flank as Lions target Leinster in Dublin
Ruan Venter is back at flank as the Lions face Leinster in Dublin on Saturday.
Fourie captains Stormers in Belfast as Willemse moves to 12
Deon Fourie captains the Stormers for his 140th cap against Ulster in Belfast on Friday, with Willemse shifting to inside centre and Gelant returning at fullback to cover for the injured Ruhan Nel.
Kolisi takes personal responsibility for Sharks' URC failure as Durban farewell looms
Kolisi has taken direct responsibility for the Sharks' failure to reach the URC top eight, saying the squad had no excuses, as he prepares to play his final two matches for the franchise before rejoining the Stormers.
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.
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.
Junior Boks need bonus point to seal U20 Championship after premature crowning
The Junior Springboks need a bonus point against New Zealand on Saturday to clinch the U20 Rugby Championship title, after a rules miscommunication led to SA Rugby prematurely declaring them champions. South Africa lead the standings on 10 points, five clear of both New Zealand and Argentina.
Augustus dominates as Ulster beat Exeter to reach Champions Cup final
Augustus was the dominant figure as Ulster beat Exeter 29-12 in their Champions Cup semi-final in Belfast, topping the carry charts with 15 and completing 11 tackles.