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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.
Stormers exit Champions Cup on heartbreak as late try ruled out in Toulon thriller
The Stormers were eliminated from the Champions Cup after a 28-27 defeat to Toulon at the Stade Mayol, with the match ending in controversy when a late Adre Smith try was ruled out by the TMO. Coach John Dobson questioned the decision, pointing to Toulon flank Charles Ollivon's position on the ground as a key factor, while acknowledging the Stormers were below their best in the scrum and some defensive sequences. The squad now refocuses on the URC, with Connacht coming to Cape Town on April 18.
Stormers exit Champions Cup on heartbreak call as Dobson questions TMO ruling
The Stormers were eliminated from the Champions Cup 28-27 by Toulon at Stade Mayol, with the game decided by a TMO ruling that disallowed a late Adre Smith try in debatable circumstances. Coach John Dobson disputed the call, arguing Toulon flank Charles Ollivon was on the ground and offside when he prevented the grounding. The Stormers now refocus on the URC, with Connacht coming to Cape Town Stadium on April 18.
Stormers exit Champions Cup on heartbreak call as Toulon edge thriller 28-27
The Stormers fell 28-27 to Toulon in the Champions Cup last 16 at Stade Mayol, eliminated by a controversial late TMO ruling that denied Adre Smith a match-winning try. Coach John Dobson questioned the call, pointing to Toulon flank Charles Ollivon being on the ground and in the field of play during the intervention. The Stormers now refocus on the URC, with Connacht at Cape Town Stadium on April 18 next up.
Bulls lock up Van Staden and Gumede in back-row double signing
The Bulls have retained back-row pair Marco van Staden and Mpilo Gumede, with Van Staden signing a two-year extension and Gumede committing for five years. The club held firm despite reported outside interest in both players.
Kolisi named in Sharks squad for URC tour as teenager set for debut
Siya Kolisi returns to the Sharks squad for a two-match URC tour. An 18-year-old is also named and in line for his debut. Full squad details were not available at time of publication.