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Watch Video‘Scary’ Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu on fire, but Moerat wants tighter Stormers URC defence against Benetton

Following a thrilling win against Connacht, Stormers captain Salmaan Moerat highlights the urgent need for a robust defence to complement Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's incredible scoring talent.

Sport Rugby URC
Mike Greenaway|Published

Watch VideoDobson: Willemse, Hartzenberg and Feinberg-Mngomezulu a very exciting trio for Stormers against Ulster

John Dobson's enforced changes see exciting Willemse-Hartzenberg axis take centre-stage as injury-hit Stormers aim to maintain momentum in Belfast.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Deon Davids’ fingers crossed for no ‘lock crisis’ ahead of Springboks’ Test season

Springbok assistant coach Deon Davids expressed hope for a stronger lock position this season as the team prepare for 15 international Tests in 2025.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoStormers scrum ‘significantly reinforced’ to combat brutal Bulls

With their playoff hopes hanging in the balance, the Stormers aim to overcome their recent scrum issues in a vital clash against the Bulls.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Key players who could spark Stormers against Bulls in URC North vs South Loftus derby

The Stormers must deliver an 80-minute performance to secure victory against the Bulls in Pretoria, with key players poised to make an impact in this crucial URC clash.

Sport Rugby URC
Leighton Koopman|Published

Sprightly start, but under-strength Stormers take 50 from Harlequins in London

A weakened Stormers were always going to be on a hiding to nothing without most of their Springboks, and they duly leaked eight tries in a heavy defeat to Harlequins in London.

Weekend Argus Sport
Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Moerat and Co must do the hard yards as Simelane gets Stormers chance

Looking at the players selected by Stormers director of rugby John Dobson yesterday, one can’t help but feel they will be too light in experience to take on a powerful Harlequins in London.

Weekend Argus Sport
Leighton Koopman|Published

Springboks injury list: Who is fit and who is likely to miss out on November tour

IOL Sport’s John Goliath looks at the Springboks who could be back for the November tour and those that will only feature again in the green and gold in 2025.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Springboks to host Italy in 2025, Salmaan Moerat to miss November tour

Salmaan Moerat, who captained the Springboks in three Test matches this year, will miss the end-of-year tour due to injury.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Rugby Championship goes down to the wire after Argentina’s Los Pumas beat Springboks

The Springboks go into next week’s match at the Mbombela Stadium with a five point lead at the top of the standings. They basically need a point to win their first Rugby Championship title since 2019.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Victor Matfield pays Springboks’ Eben Etzebeth the ultimate compliment ahead of record-equalling Test

Lock legend Victor Matfield says he always knew Eben Etzebeth would be star in the Springboks jersey after seeing him dominate from a very young age.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published

Argentina will punish you if you’re not on your game, says Springboks’ assistant coach Mzwandile Stick

The Springboks will have to be at their best against Argentina if they’re to win Saturday’s match and clinch the Rugby Championship title, says Mzwandile Stick.

Sport Rugby Springboks
Lunga Biyela|Published

Ruan Nortje splashing around in the Springboks’ lock pool without any floaters on his arms

Ruan Nortje has stepped up in a big way, featuring in the Springboks’ last three Tests against the Wallabies and the All Blacks following injuries to key players.

Sport Rugby Springboks
John Goliath|Published