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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Scrum like a masterpiece: A contest worthy of the Louvre

From the rain-slicked banks of the Seine to the thunderous turf of Loftus Versfeld, a reflection on art, heritage, and a rugby set-piece so sublime it belongs in the Louvre.

Morgan Bolton|Published

Bulls made to sweat by Sharks as they win through to URC final with semi-final win at Loftus Versfeld

The Bulls beat the Sharks in the URC semi-final that was closely fought. The Bulls go through to the final.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Springbok Women dominate Uganda in 2025 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup opener

The Springbok Women kicked off their 2025 Rugby Africa Women's Cup campaign with a resounding 62-7 victory over Uganda, showcasing several debut performances and a dominant display of rugby.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Bulls, Sharks to serve another epic at Loftus

Judging by the quarter-final scorelines, Bulls beat Edinburgh 42-33 while Sharks had to be clinical in the penalty shootout to go past Munster after a 24-24 extra time draw, there is no denying the home side a favourite's tag.

Mike Greenaway and Leighton Koopman|Published

Rugby World Cup 1995 I How Os Du Randt went from unknown to cornerstone of the Springboks' triumph

It is 30 years since the Springboks hosted and won the '95 World Cup. Os du Randt came from nowhere to be vital cog in the Bok engine room.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoJake White: Goosen’s return crucial for URC playoffs as Bulls eye victory over Sharks

The Bulls are looking to overturn a two-match losing streak against the Sharks this season when they face each other in the semi-final of the URC on Saturday.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Plumtree confident Sharks can beat Bulls in URC semi-final without Eben Etzebeth

Coach John Plumtree says the team is bigger than any individual and is confident the Sharks can beat the Bulls in the URC semi-final at Loftus Versfeld.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Anathi Qolo embraces leadership role as Springbok Women’s captain for Africa Cup

Anathi Qolo steps into the captaincy role for the Springbok Women as they prepare to defend their title in the 2025 Rugby Women's Africa Cup in Madagascar, facing Uganda in their opening match.

Rowan Callaghan|Published

Watch VideoJohan Goosen returns as flyhalf for Bulls’ semi-final clash against Sharks

Goosen’s return to flyhalf could be the game-changer the Bulls need as they face the Sharks in a crucial URC semi-final at Loftus Versfeld this Saturday

Leighton Koopman|Published