Rainbow Cup

Scott Penny press conference | Leinster v Munster | PRO14 Rainbow Cup

JJ Hanrahan explains the reason behind his Munster exit

A key figure at Munster since returning for a second stint, JJ Hanrahan's departure to Clermont came at a bit of a shock to many but the pivot has explained why he is leaving the club.   The...

Juan de Jongh returning to the Stormers?

Springbok centre Juan de Jongh is reportedly set to leave Wasps at the end of the season and is reportedly in ‘advanced negotiations to make a return to Western Province and the Stormers.   According...

Jarrod Evans commits to Cardiff

Jarrod Evans is determined to take his game to the next level after penning a new long-term contract at Cardiff Blues.   The exciting fly-half was due to come out of contract in the summer and attracted...

Trio of young guns commit to WPPR

The trio of Nama Xaba, Kwenzo Blose and Evan Roos are the latest talented young players to commit their futures to Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR). Flank Xaba (three years) and loosehead prop...

CONFIRMED: Johan Goosen returns to South Africa

The Blue Bulls have confirmed the signing of Springbok utility back Johan Goosen from TOP14 club Montpellier.   The 28-year-old flyhalf, who can hold his own at centre and fullback, is a product...

Law Trials Confirmed for Rainbow Cup

Three law variations will be trialled in the Rainbow Cup starting next week, Red Card Replacements, Captain’s Challenge and Goal-line drop-outs all come in to affect for the tournament.   Alan...

Jacques du Plessis returns to Loftus

The Blue Bulls have confirmed the signing of loose forward Jacques du Plessis from French club, Montpellier, effective 1 July 2021 on a 3-year deal.   The 27-year-old Du Plessis,...

Jacques du Plessis returning to South Africa - report

Former Springbok u20 loose forward Jacques du Plessis looks set to return to his former club, the Bulls.    The 27-year-old forward left the Bulls in 2015 to join Montpellier but looks set...

"The Rainbow Cup will be cancelled” as Government blocks South African teams

The Rainbow Cup looks almost certain to be cancelled.   The competition was set to take place in April and June this year but is close to being cancelled after news broke on Sunday that the...