Marx opens up about Ackermann’s Lions legacy ahead of Bulls reunion: “He made it fun whilst demanding 80-minute intensity at Ellis Park altitude.”
Flannery issues Italy warning before Turin clash: “If we’re not first up in tackles, they’ll make metres.” Boks assistant coach demands respect for Azzurri.
Sandile Ngcobo lauded his U17 squad’s character after Youth Olympics silver in Dakar, praising their fightback despite minimal sevens preparation.
Rassie Erasmus defends Salmaan Moerat from social media critics explaining lock’s vital grunt work wins Test matches even if fans don’t see it
Rassie Erasmus opts for experience naming settled Springbok side for Italy with Salmaan Moerat only new face returning from injury
Hyron Andrews funeral services announced including public memorial at VGK Huguenot Church Paarl and celebration of life at Kings Park Stadium
Springbok Women led with 20 minutes left but Ireland’s ruthless finish delivers 38-17 WXV victory as Parsons hat-trick sinks South Africa
Summer Sport Festival doubles venues adding Pretoria’s Montana alongside Wellington as 100-plus schools prepare for 2027 from 2-8 December
Stormers frustrate themselves to 33-7 Ulster win whilst Bulls survive Scarlets scare 54-26 and Sharks produce defensive masterclass at Thomond
Lions’ away woes continue with 29-20 Glasgow defeat as George Horne’s late penalty denies bonus point despite Tiaan Lange’s lineout brilliance