Rassie Erasmus confirms Siya Kolisi suffered hamstring injury against Argentina
Springbok head coach Rassie Erasmus has confirmed that captain Siya Kolisi sustained a hamstring injury to his other leg during South Africa’s narrow victory over Argentina.
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Sbu Nkosi opens up on personal tragedy and mental health crisis
Former Springbok winger Sbu Nkosi revealed that the tragic loss of his two children at birth was the catalyst for his severe mental health struggles during his time with the Vodacom Bulls.
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Fijian rugby player Saimoni Vunilagi dies aged 26 after training in Japan
Fijian back rower Saimoni Vunilagi has passed away at age 26 from suspected heatstroke following a training session with his new Japanese second-division club, Kyushu Electric Power Kyuden Voltex.
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Dave Rennie names changed All Blacks lineup to face Sharks in Durban
All Blacks head coach Dave Rennie has announced his squad to face the Sharks on August 11, introducing multiple changes and naming a new captain for the clash in Durban.
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Wallabies overcome red card to defeat Japan in Les Kiss’s debut
Australia secured a tense 35-32 victory over Japan to hand new coach Les Kiss a winning start, despite playing through a 20-minute red card issued to Miles Amatosero.
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Canterbury reclaim Ranfurly Shield with gritty 19-15 win over Otago
Canterbury defeated Otago 19-15 in Dunedin to capture the Ranfurly Shield, surviving a period with only 13 players on the field. Brodie McAlister scored two tries in the victory.
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Argentina rugby fans display ‘Malvinas’ banner at match
During a recent rugby match, Argentinian supporters displayed a banner claiming ownership of the Falkland Islands, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding the British territory.
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Ospreys close to signing former Wallabies winger Marika Koroibete
Welsh club Ospreys are reportedly nearing a deal to sign 34-year-old former Australia international winger Marika Koroibete as they continue to heavily rebuild their squad.
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Aphelele Fassi credits tactical freedom for aerial dominance
Springboks fullback Aphelele Fassi explained that having the freedom to express himself within the national team’s structure, combined with recent law changes, has boosted his aerial game.
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Siwelele FC acquires stake in Cheetahs’ majority shareholder
Football club Siwelele FC has expanded into rugby union by purchasing a stake in the Free State Sports Consortium, which holds the majority shareholding of the Cheetahs.
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Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi encouraged by strong first-half display
Argentina head coach Felipe Contepomi enjoyed a positive first half as his side led the Springboks at Estadio José Amalfitani before ultimately falling to a narrow defeat.
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Cameron Hanekom shines for Springboks after previously turning down Wales
South African number eight Cameron Hanekom, who is Welsh-qualified but pledged his future to the Springboks, earned widespread praise after scoring the decisive try in a 17-10 win over Argentina.
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Neil Barnes praises Beauden Barrett’s performance against Stormers
All Blacks forwards coach Neil Barnes lauded Beauden Barrett’s outstanding playmaking display at fly-half during the team’s tour match against the Stormers in Cape Town.
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Garsfontein secure top spot as Grey College dominate Outeniqua
Garsfontein finished the Noordvaal Cup league phase in first place, while Grey College secured a resounding victory over Outeniqua in Saturday’s school rugby action.
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