Tough Emirates Western Force loose forward Matt Hodgson has escaped the need for surgery after injuring his left shoulder in the club’s match against the Rebels on Saturday night but…
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Western Force will sport one-off jersey for charity
Emirates Western Force players will suit up in a unique ‘one-off’ jersey this Saturday night when they tackle the Waratahs in Perth. The custom designed jersey will not only look…
Sonny Bill Williams talks about the Christchurch earthquake
US RUGBY players think of ourselves as entertainers and, after the two big earthquakes in New Zealand, that’s what I think we go back to when we try to lift…
South African player accused of killing is named
A former South African rugby player has been appeared in court in the Republic accused of hacking three men to death with an axe has been named as Joseph Ntshongwana. Ntshongwana,…
History backs Vodacom Bulls to win tour opener
Opening Vodacom Super Rugby tour matches have traditionally suited the Vodacom Bulls as they depart South Africa for New Zealand or Australia. The defending champions have won four of the…
Waratahs charity strip to be auctioned off
Fans can start their bidding on their favourite HSBC Waratah’s unique charity jersey which will be worn in the round seven clash with the Chiefs at the Sydney Football Stadium…
Richie McCaw turns down Royal Wedding invite
David Beckham will be there, Martyn Williams is keen (but the Blues play the Dragons that night) and Brian O’Driscoll is on list but All Blacks captain Richie McCaw has…
Dan Carter hits the heights at Twickenham – a blog
It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Twickenham with 35, 094 fans, mostly expats, witnessing a match that showed exactly why the World Cup trophy will probably stay in the…
Brumbies v Waratahs preview
The HSBC Waratahs will be looking to keep their winning record going against Australian teams when they take on the Brumbies at Canberra Stadium tomorrow night. Phil Waugh returns to…
Dan Carter: We were the lucky ones!
THE world’s best fly-half Dan Carter has talked emotionally about how he had to flee for his safety during the earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand. He was forced to leave…