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At the launch of Sedick Crombie's book 'South African Rugby: untold stories from a divided nation' are, from left, Zola Yeye, Crombie, Bernard Petersen and Peter Slabbert. Yeye and Slabbert's stories are included in the book and Yeye, Slabbert and Petersen are all former Saru players

Book celebrates rugby icons history left behind

The PE Sports Legends Trust hosted the launch of Sedick Crombie's book, The Untold Stories of SA Rugby, celebrating overlooked sporting heroes and preserving South Africa's rich rugby heritage.

New Zeland flanker Shannon Frizell suffered a leg injury during last week's win over Australia in Sydney and will be sidelined for at least a month

Three All Black forwards out of Nations Championship Tests

New Zealand Rugby has confirmed that forwards Samisoni Taukei'aho, Shannon Frizell, and Tyrel Lomax will miss the upcoming Nations Championship Tests due to injury.

Logan Welman of SA during the WXV Global Series, first Test match against Ireland at the Athlone Stadium in Cape Town on October 24

Bok Women believe they can bounce back against Ireland

Despite a 40-27 defeat to Ireland in Cape Town, the Springbok Women coaches and players remain confident they can correct their errors and bounce back in the rematch next weekend.

Yaqeen Ahmed, of the Stormers, scores a try against Scarlets in a United Rugby Championship clash at DHL Stadium on Saturday

Stormers paid heavy price for win over Scarlets, says Dobson

The Stormers secured a 52-40 bonus-point win over Scarlets, but head coach John Dobson faces a major crisis after losing three hookers to injury during the match.

Catha Jacobs of South Africa during the Women's International match between Springbok Women and USA Women at Loftus Versfeld Pretoria

Winning the small battles key to success for Springbok Women

The Springbok Women are gearing up for an unfamiliar challenge against fifth-ranked Ireland at Athlone Stadium in the WXV Global Series, with forward Catha Jacobs stressing the importance of set pieces and small battles.

Leolin Zas of the Stormers scores a try against the Bristol Bears in a United Rugby Championship in Cape Town

Free-spirited Scarlets will test Stormers, says Snyman

The Stormers are bracing for a test of their defence as they host a running Scarlets side in their United Rugby Championship clash at Cape Town Stadium.

Former EP and Sharks centre Jeremy Ward has been called up to the French national rugby squad

Former EP star Ward called up by France

Former Eastern Province and Sharks centre Jeremy Ward has been invited to train with France's national squad ahead of their upcoming Nations Championship fixtures.

Getting an early look at a new book about Eastern Cape rugby were, from left, Yazeed le Roux (PESLT), Bernard Petersen (former Saru player), Sedick Crombie (author) Peter Slabbert and Graeme Sauls (PESLT).

New book recalls untold rugby stories from apartheid years

A new book by Sedick Crombie chronicles the untold stories of Eastern Cape rugby legends who fought for non-racialism during the apartheid era.

Anushka Groenewald of SA during the Women's International match between Springbok Women and USA Women at Loftus Versfeld

Groenewald bashing down doors in breakthrough year

Springbok Women hooker Anushka Groenewald is set for a memorable homecoming as South Africa prepares to face Ireland at Athlone Stadium in the WXV Global Series.

New Zealand coach Dave Rennie hailed his team's "character and courage" after two decisive victories over Australia

All Blacks back on track after SA wake-up

New Zealand responded emphatically to their series defeat against South Africa by crushing Australia 43-21 in Sydney, highlighted by a masterclass first half and two tries from Beauden Barrett.

Bulls loose forward Elrigh Louw goes on the attack against the Lions during a United Rugby Championship match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg last week
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French flair and heavyweight pack await Bulls, says Louw

The Bulls are bracing for a massive forward battle and French backline flair when they kick off their Investec Champions Cup campaign against Stade Français at Loftus Versfeld.

Stormers skipper Ruhan Nel during a training session ahead of their Champions Cup clash with the Bristol Bears in Cape Town on Saturday
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Adventurous Bears will be roaring at full throttle, says Nel

The Stormers are bracing for an adventurous, high-octane challenge from English Premiership outfit Bristol Bears in their Investec Champions Cup opener at Cape Town Stadium.

Former Griquas star Carl Els is looking forward to playing for his new team the Cheetahs in the EPCR Challenge Cup
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Time for Cheetahs to do their talking on field, says Steyn

Cheetahs coach Frans Steyn says there are 'no excuses' as his squad prepares to open their EPCR Challenge Cup campaign against French side Aviron Bayonnais, boosted by the debut of loose forward Carl Els.

Indiphile Tyeda, playing for the Leopards, during the Carling Currie Cup in Kempton Park on July 19 2025.
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Fresh midfield duo Tyeda and Nondlwana ready to ignite Bulldogs

Border Bulldogs new signings Indi Tyeda and Bulelani Nondlwana are eager to transition their standout Varsity rugby performances to the provincial stage ahead of the SA Cup.

Lions captain Francke Horn, left, and the Bulls' Willie le Roux tussle for possession during a United Rugby Championship match at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday

Wounded Lions must get back on feet quickly, says Van Rooyen

Lions coach Ivan van Rooyen has urged his squad to quickly move past their 57-15 defeat to the Bulls and address defensive flaws as they prepare to face La Rochelle in the Investec Champions Cup.