UNITED RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP

Cameron Hanekom

URC: Bulls unleash physical side to slay desperate Dragons

The Bulls have opted for consistency in their United Rugby Championship encounter against the Dragons in Wales on Friday night.

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Scarra Ntubeni set for emotional Stormers farewell in Cape Town swansong

Veteran hooker Siyabonga 'Scarra' Ntubeni will bring the curtain down on a 15-year career with the Stormers when they host Connacht at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, marking the end of an era for one of the union's longest-serving players.

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Handre Pollard confident Embrose Papier is ready for Springbok recall

Bulls flyhalf Handre Pollard says Embrose Papier is playing at the top of his game and would add plenty of value to the national setup if the Springboks were to call him up.

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Siya Kolisi returns as injury-hit Sharks face crucial URC tour without Eben Etzebeth

The Sharks will head into a decisive two-match URC tour with a mix of returning stars, young talent, and key injury setbacks as they chase a playoff spot.

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'They're a dangerous team': Stormers bracing for 'desperate' Connacht as URC resumes

Stormers boss John Dobson is expecting a full-strength and highly motivated Connacht side at Cape Town Stadium, as the Irish outfit continues to mount a late playoff push.

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'Astounding and depressing': Stormers boss frustrated by attacks on his players

Stormers boss John Dobson has admitted he cannot understand the level of criticism being directed at his side following their recent run of performances.

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