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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.

Evan Roos is included in the Stormers team set to face the Bristol Bears in a Champions Cup clash  in Cape Town on Saturday

Stormers can't afford to slip against Bears, says Dobson

Stormers coach John Dobson says their Investec Champions Cup showdown against Bristol Bears at Cape Town Stadium is an absolute must-win as they aim to secure home-ground advantage for the round of 16.

Border Bulldogs head coach Dumisani Mhani has been retained for the 2027 season.
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Continuity key to Bulldogs sticking with Mhani

Despite a challenging winless run, the Border Rugby Union has retained head coach Dumisani Mhani for the 2027 season, citing squad continuity and tactical growth.

Flyhalf Sergio Stalmeester makes a sniping run for the Valke during a Currie Cup First Division match against the EP Elephants at the Central Field in Kariega
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Valke points-machine Stalmeester signs for Elephants

Highly rated Valke flyhalf Sergio Stalmeester has signed with the EP Elephants, boosting their squad ahead of their Carling Currie Cup Premier Division promotion campaign.

Cameron Hanekom, of the Bulls, on his way to scoring a try against the Lions during  a United Rugby Championship clash at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday

Mental toughness key factor in Bulls win, says Ackermann

The Bulls ran in nine tries to claim a commanding 57-15 victory over the Lions in their Jukskei derby clash, boosted by returning Springboks as they shift focus to the Investec Champions Cup.

Former EP rugby stars Giepie van Zyl, Howard Robertson, Francois Anker and Marius Ferreira are active bowlers these days.

From rugby heroes to bowls players

Former Eastern Province rugby stars from the iconic Boet Erasmus Stadium era have swapped the rugby pitch for the bowling greens, bringing their competitive edge to lawn bowls across the Eastern Cape.

EP Elephants wing Owen Breda on attack against Griquas during the SA Rugby U21 Shield final at Otto du Plessis High School on Saturday
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EP's junior stars put hands up for senior selection

After clinching the SA Rugby U21 Shield title, EP U21 coach Shaun Oliver is set to meet senior mentor Allister Coetzee to recommend standout junior stars for senior squad call-ups.

A jubilant EP Elephants team celebrates winning the SA Shield U21 trophy after beating Griquas in the final at Otto du Plessis High school on Saturday
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Joy as EP Elephants crowned SA Shield U21 champs

The EP Elephants secured the SA Rugby U21 Shield championship with a thrilling 36-24 comeback victory over Griquas in Gqeberha, providing a historic boost to Eastern Cape rugby.

Stormers loose forward Hacjivah Dayimani heads for the Sharks tryline during a United Rugby Championship match in Cape Town on Saturday

Stormers on fire in compelling win over Sharks, says Dobson

Boosted by returning Springbok stars, the Stormers scored six tries in front of more than 40,000 home fans to claim an emphatic 39-22 URC bonus-point victory over the Sharks.

Gardens flyhalf Naylan Goede was a key player for his team when they advanced to the Gold Cup quarterfinals before they were beaten by College Rovers in Durban
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Rovers crush Gardens in one-sided Gold Cup quarterfinal

Gardens' Gold Cup campaign ended in heartbreak after a 62-0 quarterfinal loss to College Rovers in Durban, dashing their hopes of reaching the final four.

Loose forward Vernaed Welman is expected to have a key role to play for Gardens when they face College Rovers in a Gold Cup quarterfinal clash in Durban on Saturday
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Gardens must empty tank in Durban, says Johnson

Kariega rugby club Gardens are preparing to give everything on the field as they take on College Rovers in a high-stakes Gold Cup quarterfinal clash in Durban.