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Saturday, June 7, 2025

Watch VideoClub World Cup: A gimmick, or true test for rugby’s best?

As discussions unfold about the proposed Club World Cup, is it a romantic dream or merely a gimmick destined to fail, asks Ashfak Mohamed.

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Welcome new World Rugby red card law punishes the individual, not the team or spectacle

World Rugby deserves a pat on the back for promulgating a red card law that allows a sent-off player to be replaced after 20 minutes, writes Mike Greenaway.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Former media tycoon Tony O’Reilly was a hit on and off the field for Lions in South Africa

The British and Irish Lions are about to tour Australia, but today's polished professionals won't have the fun had by the Lions of the amateur era, writes Mike Greenaway.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Baby Boks lose to New Zealand to finish third  in junior Rugby Championship in Gqeberha

The Junior Rugby Championship wrapped up on Sunday night in the Eastern Cape and there was disappointment for the Baby Boks when they went down to rivals, New Zealand.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoThe wild Irishman who masterminded a jailbreak during a British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa

The British and Irish Lions are about to tour Australia, but one wonders if the players will have the fun of their colleagues of yesteryear.

Mike Greenaway|Published

Slick backs, physicality sees Junior Springboks edge out Argentina in U20 Rugby Championship

The Junior Springboks recovered from a significant deficit to hit back and beat Argentina in their Under-20 Rugby Championship opener in Gqeberha on Thursday.

Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoFrance Surges towards rugby supremacy: Record-breaking Six Nations lays down gauntlet for Springboks

France's triumphant Six Nations campaign solidifies their position as rugby powerhouses, setting records and eyeing South Africa's dominance with their innovative tactics and formidable talent.

AFP|Published

Watch VideoIreland's Simon Easterby laments 'disappointing' Fabien Galthie comments after Antoine Dupont injury

A heated war of words has erupted between Irish and French rugby camps after France coach Fabien Galthie accused Ireland players of foul play in Antoine Dupont's devastating knee injury.

AFP|Published

Watch VideoCriticism of the Bomb Squad is 'plain daft' says Eddie Jones

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus pioneered the use of forward-dominated bench splits and veteran coach Eddie Jones says the tactic makes perfect sense.

Mike Greenaway|Published