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Allister Coetzee has no excuses this year

7 years ago by iol.co.za

The emergence of several bright young talents means Springbok coach Allister Coetzee can have no excuses this year, writes Jacques van der Westhuyzen.

UWC crowned #VarsityShield champions

7 years ago by iol.co.za

After coming so close on two previous occasions, the University of Western Cape will finally get to dine at the main table of the Varsity Cup next season.

'Cold' Lions ready to tackle Stormers

7 years ago by iol.co.za

In spite of going into their Super Rughy clash with the Stormers somewhat “cold”, Johan Ackermann believes his team’s bye came at the perfect time.

'We cannot sustain six Super Rugby teams'

7 years ago by iol.co.za

The killing off of two South African Super Rugby teams will be swift and merciless, writes Jacques van der Westhuyzen.

VIDEO: Dillyn Leyds deserves a 10 just for that offload

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Independent Media rugby writer Wynona Louw rates the Stormers players after they beat the Chiefs in style at Newlands.

Andre Esterhuizen is SA’s best 12, says Sharks coach Du Preez

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Sharks coach Robert du Preez has praised Andre Esterhuizen after his Man of the Match performance against the Jaguares.

'Back to square one' for the Stormers

7 years ago by iol.co.za

Stormers coach Robbie Fleck says the Lions will be just as dangerous as the Chiefs in Saturday's clash at Newlands.

New Zealand PM queries Sonny Bill logo cover-up

7 years ago by iol.co.za

New Zealand's prime minister has criticised All Blacks star Sonny Bill Williams' decision to block out a sponsor's logo on his shirt.

Blitzboks still top despite losing to Fiji

7 years ago by iol.co.za

The Blitzboks maintained their strong lead at the top of the HSBC World Sevens Series, despite losing to Fiji in the final of the Hong Kong Sevens.

Threatened Force win thriller against Kings

7 years ago by iol.co.za

The Western Force put aside their impending demise to beat the Southern Kings in a rollicking Super Rugby clash in Perth.