URC

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Emile van Heerden credits continuity as Sharks role grows amid Eben Etzebeth absence

Emile van Heerden says his recent run of form for the Sharks is the result of finally gaining continuity after several injury-hit seasons, as the lock continues to step up in the absence of Eben Etzebeth.

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Stormers attack coach wants them to be more clinical in the red zone

Dawie Snyman says the Stormers need to make the most of their chances after squandering opportunities to score against the Dragons.

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Springbok forward Cobus Wiese explains reasons for choosing Bulls over Stormers

Cobus Wiese has lifted the lid on his decision to commit his long-term future to the Bulls, while also setting out the physical standard he expects ahead of a crucial United Rugby Championship clash against Munster at Loftus Versfeld.

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Makazole Mapimpi hails patience after late double caps 100th Sharks appearance

Makazole Mapimpi credited patience for his late heroics after scoring twice in the closing stages of his 100th appearance for the Sharks in their 45-0 United Rugby Championship win over Munster in Durban on Saturday.

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Lions not getting ahead of themselves following emphatic URC victory

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen is ensuring his charges are staying grounded in the wake of their dominant 54-17 demolition of Edinburgh at Ellis Park on Saturday.

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Hacjivah Dayimani is the joker in the Stormers' pack, says Damian Willemse

Damian Willemse is delighted to have Hacjivah Diyamani back in the Stormers setup in time for the end of the United Rugby Championship season.