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Friday, May 16, 2025

Watch VideoSpringbok Women set to defend Rugby Africa title with Anathi Qolo at the helm in Madagascar

A fairly young squad will represent South Africa as the management look to expand their player-base ahead of the Rugby World Cup later this year.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Sharks need to empty the tank and beat the Scarlets to avoid a play-off against the Stormers

The United Rugby Championship enters its final round this weekend and the Sharks will be well placed for the looming quarter-finals if they beat the Scarlets in Durban.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Cornal Hendricks was cleared to play rugby by 'Dr Death', Wouter Basson

According to reports, late Springbok wing Cornal Hendricks was given the green light to resume his rugby career by the controversial Doctor Wouter Basson, who was allegedly involved in the deaths of 200 prisoners during Apartheid.

IOL Reporter|Published

Watch VideoManie Libbok’s return sparks excitement for Stormers as Hartzenberg celebrates 50th cap

The flyhalf returns after months on the sideline with a knee injury and will look to get the Cape side running against a desperate Cardiff.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoRemembering Cornal Hendricks: Life lessons in perseverance . . . and paying for a Springbok's dinner

Reflecting on Cornal Hendricks' memorable career and the life lessons he imparted during his battle with a rare heart condition.

John Goliath|Published

Lions look for comeuppance against 'bogey' team Ospreys

The Lions reflect on a turbulent 2024/25 United Rugby Championship season marked by early promise, frustrating defeats, and a final showdown against bogey team Ospreys.

Morgan Bolton|Published

Watch VideoSpringboks call up Juarno Augustus and rookie Ntokozo Makhaza for second alignment camp

The world champions will ramp up their preparation with a second camp ahead of the international season, starting in June against the Barbarians.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoSA Rugby mourns the loss of Cornal Hendricks, a 'remarkable athlete'

SA Rugby president Mark Alexander pays heartfelt tribute to Cornal Hendricks, a talented athlete who left an indelible mark on rugby before his untimely passing at 37.

John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoBulls to breathe fire against Dragons and won’t hold back for fear of injuries, says Johan Grobbelaar

The clash against the Dragons at Loftus Versfeld will give the Bulls the opportunity to finish second on the official URC log, and they only need a single point from the duel to secure the spot.

Leighton Koopman|Published