Nhleko: Important first step for Junior Boks
There were good moments and some not so good moments for the Junior Springboks in their 33-23 win over Georgia on Saturday, but for head coach Bafana Nhleko, the victory was always non-negotiable and he was relieved that the team started their World Rugby Under-20 Championship on that positive note.

Currie Cup goes orange once again
For the sixth time in the past 18 years (and seventh overall) the Currie Cup was orange-flavoured as the Toyota Cheetahs set off ecstatic celebrations in Bloemfontein with a measured 25-17 (halftime 18-11) final victory over the Airlink Pumas.

Smith steers Junior Boks to win over spirited Georgians
Jean Smith contributed 18 points as the Junior Springboks overcame a late fightback by Georgia to secure a 33-23 win (half-time 20-7) in their World Rugby U20 Championship opener at the Danie Craven Stadium in Stellenbosch on Saturday.

Boland Kavaliers crowned First Division champions
Fullback Cameron Hufke scored a hat-trick of tries as the Boland Kavaliers clipped the high-flying Valke’s wings in Saturday’s Currie Cup First Division Final in Wellington, claiming a 43-21 win to secure the silverware for the first time since 2011.

Jean Kleyn eligible for Springbok Test selection
Former Irish international lock Jean Kleyn has been cleared for Springbok selection under new eligibility rules.

The 2023 Currie Cup Bulletin #31 – Finals Edition
A dramatic Currie Cup Premier Division tournament is set for an explosive conclusion when the Toyota Cheetahs host the defending champions, the Airlink Pumas, in Bloemfontein this weekend, while the First Division competition reaches a climax in Wellington.

Boks conclude week two preparations on high note
Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber said his squad were on track with their preparations for the Castle Lager Rugby Championship after wrapping up the second week of their training camp in Pretoria on Friday.

Unity to lay foundation for Junior Boks’ charge
The unity in the Junior Springbok squad will take them a long way in the 2023 World Rugby U20 Championships that starts on Saturday, apart from good preparation and clarity on what they want to achieve.

Capped Junior Boks to provide experience
Junior Springbok captain Paul de Villiers is amongst a group of seven players that will represent the South African Under-20 team for a second year running after being named in the starting team to face Georgia in their World Rugby U20 Championship opener in Stellenbosch on Saturday.

Top teams to clash in Women’s Provincials
The Women’s Premier Division will have a playoff feel this weekend when the top four sides in the tournament clash in Pretoria and Durban respectively, while the only two undefeated sides in the Women’s First Division will meet for the first time.