Rugby
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The making of Max Malan, from back row to Bulls bound front row
From three career-threatening injuries to SA Schools and a Bulls scholarship—Max Malan’s journey from Paarl Boys back-rower to front-row prospect.
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Does Rassie have a hand in the great Bok homecoming from Japan?
Marx, Smith, Libbok, Faf, Kolbe and PSDT all leaving Japan months before World Cup defence, coincidence or Rassie’s strategic homecoming masterplan?
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Du Toit leaves Toyota Verblitz as bidding war looms
PSDT walks away from Japan riches for family proximity, leaving Toyota Verblitz as SA franchises prepare bidding war for World Cup-winning flanker.
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Rugby’s elite ten join forces in new commercial venture
South Africa joins rugby’s elite 10 nations forming F10 commercial company pooling broadcast rights, but no promotion means second-tier nations locked out.
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Marx to Loftus confirmed as Ackermann excited about reunion
Malcolm Marx to Bulls confirmed: the worst-kept secret in SA rugby is finally official as World Cup winner reunites with Ackermann from July 2027.
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Sharks land World Cup winner Libbok in major statement signing
Manie Libbok returns to Sharks in 2027 after Japan stint, with head coach JP Pietersen calling the World Cup winner “exactly the player we want.”
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Undefeated Springboks and All Blacks invade Europe for Championship climax
SA and NZ remain unbeaten as Nations Championship reaches climax in Europe. France vs Springboks on 13 Nov could decide who reaches Twickenham final.
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Marx reveals Ackermann’s genius as Bulls reunion beckons
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.”
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Italy dangerous despite missing key players for Turin test
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.
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Ngcobo hails character after historic youth olympics silver
Sandile Ngcobo lauded his U17 squad’s character after Youth Olympics silver in Dakar, praising their fightback despite minimal sevens preparation.
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