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Lions' pathway-first model is paying off — but holding onto homegrown talent is the next test
The Lions are fielding a URC squad built almost entirely from their own pipeline — Mzwakhe Nkosi explains how their pathway system works, why Varsity rugby is central to it, and what comes next.
Stormers' yellow card habit a growing concern as Nel admits discipline needs fixing
The Stormers have conceded early yellow cards in consecutive URC matches, and Nel admits the discipline habit needs correcting before the knockout stages.
Lions' URC endgame: Why the next four weeks will define their season — and their future
Cardinelli argues the Lions are finally equipped to end their URC play-off drought — but the Connacht clash this weekend and a tour to face Leinster and Munster will expose whether Van Rooyen's squad has truly broken the pattern of late-season fade.
Coetzee credits team-mates as he reaches Bulls captaincy milestone
Marcell Coetzee has paid tribute to his team-mates after reaching a Bulls captaincy milestone, crediting those around him for the achievement.
Evan Roos leads URC try-scoring charts with 10 for the season
Evan Roos leads the URC try-scoring charts this season with 10 tries for the Stormers, making him the most prolific scorer in the competition.
Sharks' playoff lifeline is threadbare — but desperation might be their last weapon
The Sharks are clinging to a 10% playoff chance, but Gavin Rich argues the more revealing story is the attack dysfunction that's brought them to this point — and the awkward subplot of facing their incoming attack coach on Friday night.
Sharks' Play-Off Hopes Effectively Over as Hooker Injury Fuels Outrage on The Verdict
Shimange, Burger, and De Villiers write off the Sharks' URC play-off hopes while calling out the unpunished Morgan shot on Hooker as a turning point — both for the match and potentially for Hooker's season.
Genia's Blueprint: Build a Midfield Monster to Match the Boks
Will Genia argues Australia must build around a Kerevi-Suaalii power midfield to match the Springboks' physicality — and says Super Rugby intensity is non-negotiable preparation for a home World Cup.
Robinson: Rugby 'can't sit still' as USA 2031 World Cup preparations intensify
World Rugby chair Brett Robinson has defended the sport's global health while acknowledging the US remains a difficult market ahead of the 2031 men's World Cup. More than 750,000 tickets have already been sold for Australia 2027, while a Springboks-All Blacks fixture in Baltimore this September is part of efforts to build an American fanbase for 2031. Robinson confirmed host cities for the US tournament will be announced after the 2027 edition.
SFM on trolls, milestones and what the Stormers have built in him
SFM opens up on dealing with social media criticism, credits the Stormers system for shaping his game, and sets the stakes for a crucial home fixture against Glasgow.
Grant Williams to leave Sharks for Japan at end of season
Grant Williams will leave the Sharks at the end of his contract in June to join a Japanese club, with Yokohama Eagles the likely destination given Faf de Klerk's departure from the club to the Cheetahs. The 28-cap scrumhalf spent his entire professional career with the Sharks after coming through their ranks from 2017.
Willemse on the Wing Is a Luxury the Stormers Can't Afford
The author argues that deploying Willemse on the wing — well-intentioned as it may be — pulls one of the Stormers' most effective operators away from where he's actually needed, at a point in the season when every selection call counts.
Lions' pathway-first model is paying off — but can they hold onto what they build?
Mzwakhe Nkosi lays out how the Lions have built roughly 17 of their 23 URC matchday squad from within — and why holding onto that homegrown talent is now the franchise's defining challenge.
Coetzee warns Bulls can't take Scarlets lightly in Llanelli
Coetzee is sounding cautious ahead of Saturday's trip to Llanelli, calling the Scarlets "very dangerous" as the Bulls look to end their losing streak on Welsh soil.
Foote makes injury-enforced hooker change to Junior Bok U20 Championship squad
Kevin Foote has made an injury-enforced hooker change to the Junior Bok squad for the U20 Rugby Championship in Gqeberha. Details on the players involved were not available at time of publication.
Junior Boks call up hooker cover for U20 Rugby Championship
Kevin Foote has been forced into a hooker change in the Junior Boks squad for the U20 Rugby Championship in Gqeberha due to injury. No further squad details have been confirmed.
RG Snyman ruled out for up to 12 months after ACL rupture
Leinster have confirmed RG Snyman ruptured the ACL in his right knee against Glasgow Warriors on 21 March, with a recovery timeline of six to 12 months. The lock will miss the July Nations Championship Tests and the Springboks' series against the All Blacks. It is Snyman's third ACL rupture, though his first to the right knee.
Japan's League One as World Cup prep: Why Bok management is relaxed about the exodus
With Nortjé the latest Bok heading to Japan, this piece makes the case that League One's lower physical demands could actually be the ideal preparation environment for defending the World Cup in Australia.
Blitzboks clinch historic Hong Kong title with 35-7 demolition of Argentina, four wins from four
The Blitzboks won South Africa's first-ever Hong Kong Sevens title on Sunday, beating Argentina 35-7 in the final to make it four HSBC SVNS tournament wins from four this season. Coach Philip Snyman and captain Impi Visser acknowledged the historic significance of ending a 50-year wait at the home of sevens, while cautioning that the job is not finished with two tournaments remaining. South Africa lead the series standings on 20 points.
Mongalo: Sharks still have 10% chance of reaching URC playoffs
Sharks defence coach Joey Mongalo says the franchise retains a slim but real 10% chance of making the URC playoffs, despite their precarious position in the standings.