SOUTH AFRICA
Franco Smith open to Wales coaching role amid reports of WRU interest
South African coach Franco Smith appears to have opened the door for the Wales coaching job after being linked to the role following Warren Gatland's departure.
Bok Women boosted by return of Catha Jacobs and Lerato Makua
Springbok Women utility forwards Catha Jacobs and Lerato Makua will join their national teammates in Stellenbosch on Sunday for a week-long training camp at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport.
Rising Bok star Elrigh Louw goes under the knife, rehabilitation to follow
Bulls boss Jake White has confirmed that Springbok loose forward Elrigh Louw will finally start his rehabilitation for his knee injury following surgery on Tuesday.
World Rugby responds to criticism: 2027 World Cup draw moved to 2026
The 2027 Rugby World Cup draw will be held much closer to the tournament itself, after an early draw prior to the 2034 edition resulted in a lop-sided draw.
Rassie Erasmus: Rugby is in great shape at the moment
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus believes that rugby's entertainment value is already high despite attempts to change the laws.
Continued gains for Bok Women as they prepare for Rugby World Cup
A second alignment camp ticked a couple of boxes for the Springbok Women coaching staff and players this past weekend.
