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Leolin Zas of the Stormers scores a try against the Bristol Bears in a United Rugby Championship in Cape Town

Free-spirited Scarlets will test Stormers, says Snyman

The Stormers are bracing for a test of their defence as they host a running Scarlets side in their United Rugby Championship clash at Cape Town Stadium.

Former EP and Sharks centre Jeremy Ward has been called up to the French national rugby squad

Former EP star Ward called up by France

Former Eastern Province and Sharks centre Jeremy Ward has been invited to train with France's national squad ahead of their upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.

Getting an early look at a new book about Eastern Cape rugby were, from left, Yazeed le Roux (PESLT), Bernard Petersen (former Saru player), Sedick Crombie (author) Peter Slabbert and Graeme Sauls (PESLT).

New book recalls untold rugby stories from apartheid years

A new book by Sedick Crombie chronicles the untold stories of Eastern Cape rugby legends who fought for non-racialism during the apartheid era.

Anushka Groenewald of SA during the Women's International match between Springbok Women and USA Women at Loftus Versfeld

Groenewald bashing down doors in breakthrough year

Springbok Women hooker Anushka Groenewald is set for a memorable homecoming as South Africa prepares to face Ireland at Athlone Stadium in the WXV Global Series.

New Zealand coach Dave Rennie hailed his team's "character and courage" after two decisive victories over Australia

All Blacks back on track after SA wake-up

New Zealand responded emphatically to their series defeat against South Africa by crushing Australia 43-21 in Sydney, highlighted by a masterclass first half and two tries from Beauden Barrett.

Bulls loose forward Elrigh Louw goes on the attack against the Lions during a United Rugby Championship match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg last week
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French flair and heavyweight pack await Bulls, says Louw

The Bulls are bracing for a massive forward battle and French backline flair when they kick off their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Stade Français at Loftus Versfeld.

Stormers skipper Ruhan Nel during a training session ahead of their Champions Cup clash with the Bristol Bears in Cape Town on Saturday
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Adventurous Bears will be roaring at full throttle, says Nel

The Stormers are bracing for an adventurous, high-octane challenge from English Premiership outfit Bristol Bears in their Investec Champions Cup opener at Cape Town Stadium.

Former Griquas star Carl Els is looking forward to playing for his new team the Cheetahs in the EPCR Challenge Cup
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Time for Cheetahs to do their talking on field, says Steyn

Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn says there are 'no excuses' as his squad prepares to open their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign against French side Aviron Bayonnais, boosted by the debut of loose forward Carl Els.

Indiphile Tyeda, playing for the Leopards, during the Carling Currie Cup in Kempton Park on July 19 2025.
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Fresh midfield duo Tyeda and Nondlwana ready to ignite Bulldogs

Border Bulldogs new signings Indi Tyeda and Bulelani Nondlwana are eager to transition their standout Varsity rugby performances to the provincial stage ahead of the SA Cup.

Lions captain Francke Horn, left, and the Bulls' Willie le Roux tussle for possession during a United Rugby Championship match at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday

Wounded Lions must get back on feet quickly, says Van Rooyen

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has urged his squad to quickly move past their 57-15 defeat to the Bulls and address defensive flaws as they prepare to face La Rochelle in the Investec Champions Cup.

Evan Roos is included in the Stormers team set to face the Bristol Bears in a Champions Cup clash  in Cape Town on Saturday

Stormers can't afford to slip against Bears, says Dobson

Stormers coach John Dobson says their Investec Champions Cup showdown against Bristol Bears at Cape Town Stadium is an absolute must-win as they aim to secure home-ground advantage for the round of 16.

Border Bulldogs head coach Dumisani Mhani has been retained for the 2027 season.
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Continuity key to Bulldogs sticking with Mhani

Despite a challenging winless run, the Border Rugby Union has retained head coach Dumisani Mhani for the 2027 season, citing squad continuity and tactical growth.

Flyhalf Sergio Stalmeester makes a sniping run for the Valke during a Currie Cup First Division match against the EP Elephants at the Central Field in Kariega
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Valke points-machine Stalmeester signs for Elephants

Highly rated Valke flyhalf Sergio Stalmeester has signed with the EP Elephants, boosting their squad ahead of their Carling Currie Cup Premier Division promotion campaign.

Cameron Hanekom, of the Bulls, on his way to scoring a try against the Lions during  a United Rugby Championship clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday

Mental toughness key factor in Bulls win, says Ackermann

The Bulls ran in nine tries to claim a commanding 57-15 victory over the Lions in their Jukskei derby clash, boosted by returning Springboks as they shift focus to the Investec Champions Cup.

A jubilant EP Elephants team celebrates winning the SA Shield U21 trophy after beating Griquas in the final at Otto du Plessis High School on Saturday
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Are EP's slumbering Mighty Elephants on the rise again?

After winning the SA Rugby U21 Shield, Eastern Province rugby faces the challenge of securing sponsorship to retain its rising stars and rebuild the union.