Soyizwapi and Visser eager to get stuck in for Blitzboks
The inner workings of the Blitzboks have contributed to much of their success on and off the field. The need and desire to contribute to the greater good of the squad has been as important as the end product – winning matches, tournaments and World Series titles.

Toyota Cheetahs square off against defending champs
Leinster has been in sublime form this season with 14 victories in 16 pool matches, and 11 bonus points for tries, and will look to continue this form against the Toyota Cheetahs.

Will Isuzu Southern Kings give Cardiff the blues?
The Isuzu Southern Kings take on the Cardiff Blues at Cardiff Arms Park on Saturday, with the hosts facing immense pressure from Connacht, Ospreys and the Toyota Cheetahs for a playoff spot in Conference A.

Powell still positive as Vegas looms
Springbok Sevens coach Neil Powell sees a light at the end of the tunnel as the fifth tournament of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series looms large.

Long-haul journey not an issue for Blitzboks
The 40-hour trip to Las Vegas has not impacted on the Blitzboks’ performances at the HSBC Las Vegas Sevens in the past, and there is no reason why it should be different this time around, believes Springbok Sevens captain, Philip Snyman.

Cell C Sharks sink their teeth into Blues in Durban
Replacement Curwin Bosch scored an intercept try in the last few minutes to secure a second straight bonus-point win for the Cell C Sharks in their first home game of the campaign in Durban on Saturday.

DHL Stormers stun Emirates Lions in Cape Town thriller
Herschel Jantjies scored the match-winning try seven minutes into additional time to snatch a 19-17 win over the Emirates Lions in Cape Town on Saturday evening.

Jaguares conquer Vodacom Bulls in Buenos Aires
The Vodacom Bulls travelled to Argentina with confidence on the back of a superb win over the DHL Stormers, but they were brought down to earth in the soggy conditions of Buenos Aires where the Jaguares scored a 27-12 bonus-point win early Sunday morning.

SA sides suffer back-to-back tour defeats in Guinness PRO14
South African teams suffering defeats against the Scarlets in Wales and Leinster in Ireland respectively.

Turning a boy into a man - the Blitzboks way
In the brotherhood of men, as the Blitzboks are, it will be good to have two of the Nozulu clan amongst them. The inclusion of Sako Makata, of the Mpafane will add some bulk, youthful exuberance and speed.